Loader Operator

Job ID:  496642

American Rock Products., a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion.  We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction family of companies.  For over 80 years, we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services.   We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation. 

Position Overview

Whether you’re looking for an opportunity to break into the construction industry, or looking for the next step in your career, our team can provide you with a fun and challenging opportunity to grow with an industry leader. In this role, you’ll perform various tasks to assist with the production of aggregates. 

If you’re someone that likes to see the visible results of your hard work each day, working outdoors, running equipment and being a part of building something great, this is the career path for you. Limited experience? No worries! We’ll assist with training to provide you with the skills you need to be successful. If you’ve got the drive, we’ll help you to reach your goals.

Wage: $25.00-$28.00 DOE w/ potential for overtime

Note: Wage scale for position is the full wage scale an individual can make based on performance, experience, and seniority throughout their time at the company.

Company Benefits:

Family Culture – We treat our team like family

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 401k with 5% company match & profit sharing

• Potential for Overtime

• Opportunities for Internal Mobility

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Training Provided

• Tuition Reimbursement Program - We'll assist with continuing education that aligns with your career goals

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program

• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!

• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently within its designed parameters.

• Assist with coverage in Palisades / Orondo 

• Load trucks with proper materials for delivery.

• Fuel, oil, grease and check other necessary loader parts to ensure proper function of equipment.

• Maintain cleanliness of Equipment and Site premises.

• Perform general maintenance and repair on equipment as assigned.

• Assist other departments with maintenance, operations, and/or other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

• Promptly communicate with supervisors on any flaws in material or equipment.

• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.

• Regular and timely attendance.

• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

• Previous aggregate and/or experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.

• Knowledge  of crushing and production equipment preferred.

• Knowledge of machines, tools, equipment, front end loader, and other related construction equipment highly preferred.

Work Requirements

• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.

• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.

• Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.

• Demonstrates the willingness to learn and work a variety of job tasks.

• Demonstrates the ability to work and communicate well with supervisor, plant personnel, and other employees.

• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions

• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing. 

• Safety sensitive: “Per RCW 49.44.240 this position has been identified by the employer as safety sensitive and will be subject to an employer-required pre-employment drug screening that includes testing for nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites.”

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

American Rock Products, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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