What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Defeo Materials?
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Heavy Equipment Operator. In this hands-on role, you will operate a variety of construction and processing equipment, including our wash plant, with precision and safety. You will also handle rail car loading and inspection. Your expertise will keep the site running smoothly and safely while maximizing productivity. This position is a chance to show your mechanical skills and hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment dedicated to quality and safety.
Duties
- Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, and dump trucks efficiently and safely across construction sites.
- Operate and monitor the wash plant, including feeding material, adjusting water flow and screens, watching conveyors, pumps, and screens, and making sure the finished product meets specification.
- Perform start-up, shutdown, and routine cleaning of the wash plant. Identify and report wear, blockages, or mechanical issues.
- Inspect rail cars before loading for damage, debris, leaks, and the condition of doors, gates, and hatches. Document any defects found.
- Load rail cars to proper weight limits with even load distribution, and secure gates and hatches before release.
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety regulations.
- Handle materials using specialized equipment like material handlers and water trucks to support project needs.
- Follow all occupational safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times during operations.
- Collaborate with team members to coordinate equipment use and ensure project timelines are met without compromising safety standards.
- Maintain detailed logs of equipment usage, maintenance activities, wash plant production, rail car inspections and loading, and safety checks in accordance with company policies.
Skills
- Proven experience operating site machinery such as loaders, excavators, and water trucks.
- Experience operating a wash plant or aggregate processing equipment (screens, conveyors, pumps) is highly desirable.
- Experience loading and inspecting rail cars, and familiarity with rail yard safety practices, is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulics, mechanical systems, and routine equipment maintenance procedures.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals and operate hand tools effectively for minor repairs or adjustments.
- Familiarity with MSHA safety regulations and occupational safety standards related to heavy equipment operation.
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with experience driving trucks such as dump trucks, water trucks, roll-off trucks, farm machinery, or tankers is highly desirable.
- Excellent understanding of construction site protocols including material handling equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while maintaining focus on safety and efficiency.
Embark on a career where your skills drive progress! We’re committed to providing a safe working environment that values your expertise while offering opportunities for growth in the mining industry. If you’re passionate about operating heavy machinery safely and effectively and ready to take on challenging projects, this is the perfect role for you!
Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $38