What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dozer Operator - Cinderlite Aggregates position at Centennial Aggregate Inc?
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General Summary
Essential Job Accountabilities
Operate bulldozers to move raw materials, maintain stockpiles, and support loading operations.
Build, maintain, and reclaim stockpiles to ensure consistent material flow to crushers and conveyors.
Assist with stripping overburden and site development as needed.
Work closely with plant operators and supervisors to meet daily production targets.
Perform pre- and post-operation equipment inspections and basic maintenance such as greasing and fueling equipment.
Monitor ground conditions and adjust operations to prevent hazards such as slides or uneven surfaces.
Follow all MSHA/company safety regulations and participate in safety meetings.
Education
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Certification
Valid Driver's License
Work Experience
3–5 years of experience operating dozers in a quarry, mining, or heavy civil environment.
Strong understanding of quarry operations, material types, and production flow
Experience working around crushers, screens, and conveyor systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Workers should be able to:
Excellent equipment control and precision grading ability.
Practice good safety habits
Work in dusty or dirty surroundings
Follow instructions and meet set standards
Judge distances and slopes accurately
Make decisions based on verifiable standards.
Reliability and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Physically, workers must be able to:
Stoop, bend, and crouch
Use hands, arms, and legs fully
See well (either naturally or with correction)
Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
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