What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loader Operator - Front End position at S.T. Wooten Corporation?
JOB LOCATION: New Bern, NC
Primary Function
Perform general tasks involving physical labor as well as operating the loader and Bobcat at plants. May operate hand and power tools of all types: Air hammers, small mechanical hoists, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces for support, cleaning up rubble and debris and keeping plant yard clean at all times.
Essential Duties
Loader Operator - Front End
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.
Physical Activity
Position requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, oil and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required of the position. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
Primary Function
Perform general tasks involving physical labor as well as operating the loader and Bobcat at plants. May operate hand and power tools of all types: Air hammers, small mechanical hoists, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces for support, cleaning up rubble and debris and keeping plant yard clean at all times.
Essential Duties
Loader Operator - Front End
- Operate loader and Bobcat as needed for moving materials on plant yard. May also be required to use jackhammers, drills and other power tools.
- Position, join, align, and seal structural components.
- Shovel materials.
- Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
- Spray materials such as water, sand, steam, or paint through hoses to clean, coat, or seal surfaces.
- Tend all machines used in the day to day operations.
- Tend pumps, compressors, and generators to provide power for tools, machinery, and equipment, or to heat and move materials.
- Lubricate, clean, and repair machinery, equipment, and tools.
- Apply caulking compounds by hand or using caulking guns.
- Clean and prepare sites to eliminate possible hazards.
- Control traffic passing near, in, and around work area.
- Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, ramps, and other temporary structures.
- Load, unload building materials, machinery, and tools.
- Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.
- Learn and follow safety regulations.
- Work long, flexible hours as demanded by our customers including nights, weekends, and work outside for extended periods during all seasons of the year.
- Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.
- Must have regular and predictable attendance.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
- Good work ethic
- Experience operating front end loader and Bobcat
- Understanding of asphalt plant operations a plus
- Must have a minimum of 1 year experience to even be considered
Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.
Physical Activity
Position requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, oil and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required of the position. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.