Equipment Operator-Aggregate Experienced Position Available In Perry, Pennsylvania

Essential Functions:

• Operate heavy, material-moving construction equipment to ensure safe, efficient and productive movement of aggregate material.
• Perform field engineering, welding, fabrication, major repairs and service of all plant equipment in conjunction with the plant operator to maintain high safety and production standards of aggregate production facility.
• Must follow proper

GOH/MSHA

safety practices and procedures.

• Conduct pre and post shift plant and equipment inspections.
• Perform as a team member.
• Utilize small hand and power tools, torches and welding equipment.
• Perform fabrication and field engineering requirements.
• Rebuild various crushers and screens including bearings, brass and wear parts.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• May be required to travel to other job locations.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction..
• Assist with maintenance and housekeeping in and around plant area which consists of shoveling, hosing, general cleanup and operation of light equipment.
• Assist Plant Operator to maintain high safety and production standards and with daily preventative plant maintenance including plant greasing, screen changes, belt splicing, replacing drive belts,

Knowledge of:

• Safe operation of mobile equipment such as braking systems and emergency steering.
• Moving plant machinery parts and the dangers they pose. Individual must possess skills in fabrication and plant maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of MSHA regulations. Ability to:
• Demonstrate safe working practices.
• Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
• Operate light equipment such as skid steers and water trucks.
• Skillfully use cutting torches and welding equipment.
• Demonstrate effective problem solving abilities and field engineering.
• Demonstrate self-motivation and work without direct supervision.
• Operate light equipment such as skid steers and water trucks.
• Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
• Identify potential problems and hazards and assist in repairs.
• Communicate effectively.

Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation preferred.

Experience:

Applicants may be considered for equipment operator 1,2,3,or 4 depending on relevant experience. 

Physical Requirements:

• Constant (67-100%)- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Constant (67-100%)- Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Constant (67-100%)- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Constant (67-100%)- Ability to enter and exit equipment safely.
• Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to work in field environments with exposure to dust, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, and a variety of petroleum products.
• Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to shovel.
• Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain.
• Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

This is a safety-sensitive position.1