Equipment Operator-Aggregate Experienced
- Hazle Township, PA, United States
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Job details
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Essential Functions: * Operate heavy, material-moving construction equipment to ensure safe, efficient and productive movement of aggregate material. * Perform field engineering, welding, fabrication, major repairs and service of all plant equipment in conjunction with the plant operator to maintain high safety and production standards of aggregate production facility. * Must follow proper GOH/MSHA safety practices and procedures. * Conduct pre and post shift plant and equipment inspections. * Perform as a team member. * Utilize small hand and power tools, torches and welding equipment. * Perform fabrication and field engineering requirements. * Rebuild various crushers and screens including bearings, brass and wear parts. * Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment. * May be required to travel to other job locations. * Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays. * Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction. .* Assist with maintenance and housekeeping in and around plant area which consists of shoveling, hosing, general cleanup and operation of light equipment. * Assist Plant Operator to maintain high safety and production standards and with daily preventative plant maintenance including plant greasing, screen changes, belt splicing, replacing drive belts, Knowledge of: * Safe operation of mobile equipment such as braking systems and emergency steering. * Moving plant machinery parts and the dangers they pose. Individual must possess skills in fabrication and plant maintenance. * Extensive knowledge of MSHA regulations. Ability to: * Demonstrate safe working practices. * Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures. * Operate light equipment such as skid steers and water trucks. * Skillfully use cutting torches and welding equipment. * Demonstrate effective problem solving abilities and field engineering. * Demonstrate self-motivation and work without direct supervision. * Operate light equipment such as skid steers and water trucks. * Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures. * Identify potential problems and hazards and assist in repairs. * Communicate effectively. Qualifications: * Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge to perform the essential functions. Education: * Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent required. * Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation preferred. Experience: Applicants may be considered for equipment operator 1,2,3,or 4 depending on relevant experience. Physical Requirements: * Constant (67-100%)- Ability to sit for extended periods of time. * Constant (67-100%)- Ability to climb stairs and ladders. * Constant (67-100%)- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment. * Constant (67-100%)- Ability to enter and exit equipment safely. * Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to work in field environments with exposure to dust, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, and a variety of petroleum products. * Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to shovel. * Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain. * Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This is a safety-sensitive position.
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Skills
- Problem solving
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tolerate sitting for long periods
- Personal protective equipment
- Work on uneven surfaces
- Heavy lifting