What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at Farmer Holding Company?
Capital Materials is looking to fill a Loader Operator position for our quarry in Warsaw, MO and Bates City, MO. In this role, you would travel between both quarries.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner under varying weather conditions, while exposed to dampness, fumes, dust, electrical, mechanical and traffic hazards.
- Operate one or more of the following pieces of heavy construction equipment skillfully, safely, and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations: scrapers, heavy graders, motor graders or blades, large trenchers, rock cutters, front end loaders (four cubic yards and over), heavy steel wheeled rollers, bulldozers and other light weight, medium weight, and heavy-duty equipment
- Routine maintenance on the equipment, to include keeping equipment clean and operable
- Communicate with foreman and coworkers regarding the daily job specifications.
- Operate power driven machinery such as jack hammer, tamper, or other similarly sized equipment.
- Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary
- Work with powered and non-powered hand tools (i.e. rakes, shovels, etc.)
- Work in a variety of positions throughout the day including standing, stooping, bending at the waist, at waist level, shoulder height and above the head
- Perform general labor duties when necessary
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in the operations of heavy equipment
- Must be punctual, have a strong work ethic, and maintain a good attendance record.
- Must be able to work as a team on all projects
- Lift/move up to 50 lbs.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Work overtime, nights, weekends, as needed
- Stand for extended periods of time
- Reliable transportation
- Willing to travel/work out of town
- Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance and short and long-term disability.
EEO/Employer/Vet/Disabled
Capital will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.