Excavator Hammer Operator for Quarry

Wilkes-Barre Materials, LLC is seeking a skilled Excavator Hammer Operator for our quarry located in Plains, PA.

Skills and Experience:

• The successful candidate will have two to three years’ experience operating an excavator with a hydraulic hammer attachment.
• The primary responsibility of the position is to maneuver the excavator and hydraulic hammer to crush and break hard rock into manageable chunks for removal.
• The operator may on occasion load haul or triaxle trucks using a bucket attachment.
• The candidate will perform routine maintenance, such as greasing and checking fluid levels, on the excavator and the hammer attachment.
• Possess a solid understanding of how the hydraulic systems of the excavator and hammer work together.
• Desire candidates who have a good working knowledge of quarry plant operations.
• Capable of working outdoors year-round in all types of weather: Hot, cold, rain, snow.
• Must be willing/available to work overtime when necessary, including weekend work.
• Must have a strong commitment to safety, and perform all work according to MSHA, OSHA, and Wilkes-Barre Materials/American Asphalt safety policies.
• Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test, and be willing to submit to, and pass, random drug/alcohol testing.

When not operating the excavator hammer equipment, the successful candidate will:

• Be willing, and have the ability, to perform physical labor when not operating heavy equipment. Perform plant clean up duties in and around the quarry plant.
• Maintain the quarry plant by performing routine maintenance and general servicing on plant equipment such as crushers, conveyors and screens.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.

Wilkes-Barre Materials, LLC/American Asphalt Paving Co offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance programs (with low employee deductibles); Prescription drug plan; Free Telemedicine for all employees and their dependents; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 401K Retirement Plan with generous company match; Company-paid Life Insurance; Paid holidays and vacations; Employee Assistance Program, and more!

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For consideration, please mail/fax/email your resume, along with a cover letter stating your desired position, to:

Wilkes-Barre Materials, LLC

c/o American Asphalt Paving Co
500 Chase Road
Shavertown, PA 18708
Attn: Human Resources
Fax: (570) 696-3486
Email: Reply to posting on really.com
*Be sure to include your phone number.

Employment applications may also be filled out on-site at Wilkes-Barre Materials, LLC 130 Ridgewood Road, Plains, PA 18702 or at American Asphalt Paving Co. 500 Chase Road, Shavertown, PA 18708 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

American Asphalt Paving Co. is a 4th generation family-owned business headquartered in Shavertown, PA. Our specialty is full site work and paving for PennDOT, as well as municipal and commercial customers. We have been serving 8 counties in Northeastern PA since 1951 with quality workmanship and materials. We operate two quarries and two asphalt plants in Luzerne County.

E.O.E., Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person