What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Summit Materials?
Overview
Location: Gaston, SC *NIGHT SHIFT*
Seeking an Individual to perform various duties at an aggregate plant facility including equipment operation, welding, and other plant-related tasks. Must be dedicated, willing to learn and wanting to build a career while achieving the highest level of safety standards. This is an entry level equipment operator's position, and we will consider training the right individual.
Benefits
Location: Gaston, SC *NIGHT SHIFT*
Seeking an Individual to perform various duties at an aggregate plant facility including equipment operation, welding, and other plant-related tasks. Must be dedicated, willing to learn and wanting to build a career while achieving the highest level of safety standards. This is an entry level equipment operator's position, and we will consider training the right individual.
Benefits
- Recession Resistant Industry
- Consistent work, with a work/life balance
- Overtime Opportunities
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
- Medical / Dental / Vision offered the first of the month following start date
- Life Insurance Company Paid
- Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance Company Paid
- STEP ONE: Complete our online application (linked here)
- STEP TWO: Be prepared to speak with one of our Recruiters, as they'll be reaching out to you soon.
- STEP THREE: Keep an eye on your texts and emails, we'll use this to send you additional details, questions, and information pertaining to our hiring interview and selection process.
- Background Check
- Motor Vehicle Record Check
- DOT 5-Panel Drug Screen
- Fit for Duty Baseline Physical
- Paid Orientation
- A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!
- Operate equipment to assist with the daily production and operations of the plant.
- Assist plant supervisor with the daily operations and upkeep of the plant.
- Ability to inspect all areas of the plant to perform necessary maintenance, repairs and screen changes.
- Perform welding and fabrication duties as needed.
- Detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctions and respond accordingly.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
- Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in MSHA policies and procedures manual, and OSHA guidelines.
- Perform additional job duties as assigned.
- Experience preferred in large aggregate equipment including loader, haul truck, water truck, and skid steers.
- Knowledge of welding and general mechanics preferred.
- MSHA certification preferred.