Quarry Loader Operator (Night Shift) | Merkel, TX

Description

Are you ready to start a new career with a LEADER in the industry and WORLD CLASS team!

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunities
• Annual Pay Increases
• PTO Available as of DAY ONE
• Opportunities to grow with company
• Guaranteed to be home every day
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
• Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY
  
  

Under the immediate direction of the plant leadership, the Loader Operator is responsible for operating mobile equipment while moving raw materials from stockpile to train and loading finished products into customer trucks. Additional responsibilities include maintaining roadways and loading areas for designated business unit. This position also requires rail yard switching, preparing rail-cars for loading and performing some track and equipment inspection/maintenance.

This position is located in our Merkel, TX Plant, Night Shift

Requirements

• Operates various mobile equipment, including motor graders, track mobiles, and haul units
• Performs daily pre-shift inspections on equipment
• Performs preventative maintenance on service mobile equipment. Reports needed repairs to Coordinator
• Follows safety rules, regulations and procedures as set forth by the MSHA/OSHA policies
• Provides relief in other plant operations such as rail unloading, maintenance, quality control, and scale house
• Demonstrates a positive, upbeat attitude and energy level toward teammates, peers, and customers
• Responsible for maintaining quality of all products
• Assist with equipment and plant repairs, maintenance and housekeeping as needed
• Other duties as requested by management
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of heavy construction equipment
• 1 year of heavy equipment operation experience; previous loader operator experience a plus
• Experience with a variety of hand tools
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report
• Must be able to work irregular shifts and work days/nights and weekends as required
• Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in the English language
• Must be able to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, read and interpret gauges and ratios and read a variety of manuals
• Must have base competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job including methods, materials, tools and operation of large power equipment used in grounds and maintenance work and health and safety regulations
• Must have the knowledge to perform technical tasks with the potential to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions
• Ability to establish effective and diverse working relationships with other employees and general public.
• Ability to solve and identify problems, select action plans, and make independent moderate to significant interpretations concerning decisions of the job
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and work independently with little direction
• Must have the ability to plan, organize and prepare accurate records and be a self-starter with ability to work with little or no supervision
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots and hearing protection
• Must have the physical ability to climb stairs to a height of 100 ft. and work at this height
• Must have the physical ability to operate radio, CB radio, computer and other equipment as required
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around all areas of equipment
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to walk across steep/rough terrain
• Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10 hours per day
• Ability to use hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of time will be outside assignments, inside heavy equipment, and may require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans
  
  

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.