What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loader Operator - New River position at Fisher Industries?
Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.com
POSITION SCOPE
The Loader Operator is a heavy equipment operator who operates a wheel loader to load and transport material such as dirt, rocks, gravel, sand, and demolition debris. The loader operator is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the equipment, as well as maintaining and servicing the machine. The Loader Operator must be able to operate a loader according to project specifications. The individual will be responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment daily.
This position does require travel near and around New River Arizona.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals
- Assist with setup and tear down of plants
- Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment as required or directed by supervisor
- General housekeeping of equipment and plant daily or as directed by supervisor
- Individuals must be able to lift objects weighing 80 lb. on a regular basis
- The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary
- Perform all duties within safety guidelines set up by M.S.H.A. and company policy
- Perform pre-shift inspections on equipment prior to startup
- Night shift work required
- Overnight travel required
- Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Completion of a heavy equipment operator training program is preferred
- Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
- Valid commercial driver's license preferred
- OSHA certification is preferred
- Must hold an M.S.H.A. 5000-23 certificate
- Part 48 Mining Certified
- Able to operate equipment efficiently to maintain project specifications
- Team player
- Mechanical knowledge of equipment and being able to perform routine maintenance
- Night shift work and Travel will be required
Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.
If you require an accommodation with applying, please email hrdept@fisherind.com or call the HR Department at (701) 456-9184 to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.
Fisher Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.