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Colas Danmark A/S

Equipment Operator

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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$63,302 / year median in California

+6% projected growth

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SULLY-MILLER
Job Location:
IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, USA
Type of Contract:
Regular Posting Start Date:
8/20/26 United Rock Products is one of the companies that operates within Sully-Miller Contracting Co., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout Southern California. We are part of Sully-Miller Companies consisting of Sully-Miller Contracting Co., Blue Diamond Materials and United Rock Products. Each company supports the other. United Rock provides the aggregate, Blue Diamond Materials provides the hot and warm mix asphalt manufacturing, and Sully-Miller Contracting executes the projects. Mining of construction aggregates at United Rock Products in the San Gabriel Valley has taken place since 1916. Our top-rated 300-acre site is located in Irwindale, California, just 25 miles east of Los Angeles. Virgin aggregate material is processed into sand and gravel through cutting-edge crushing and screening operations. To learn more about United Rock Products visit www.unitedrock.com . The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com .
Job Description:
Compensation $39.58 per hour Job Summary As a member of the reclamation and/or aggregate crew, the Equipment Operator is expected to safely and efficiently operate various pieces of mobile equipment. Activities include completing pre-trip/post-trip inspections, and operating equipment while completing site related reclamation, production, and sales activities. As a member of the team, the equipment operator may be required to assist with maintenance, repair, operations, and housekeeping around the plant as requested by Reclamation Superintendent or Aggregate Manager.
Equipment includes:
834 Compactor/Motor Grader, Loader, Dozer, Blade, Excavator, Rubber Tire Dozer.
Shift:
12:00pm
  • 8:30pm
  • With overtime and weekend work requirements. Main Responsibilities Complete Daily pre/ post equipment inspections
  • report as needed Ensure areas under your scope of responsibility remain in environmental compliance and complete any needed environmental reports Ensure fill is placed in accordance with Fill Operating Plan (FOP) and regulatory guidelines Ensure site remains compliant with all MSHA, OSHA and EPA standards Inspect equipment prior to shift for safety, environmental and maintenance defects Inspect wear items on equipment & report as needed to shop, foreman, and management Load hoppers and trucks with limited spillage Maintain adequate cleanliness of equipment Perform housekeeping (clean, shovel, remove trash and debris) to ensure a safe, clean and complaint operation Report any defects to shop, foreman and management Monitor ground conditions in area you are operating Other duties as assigned Education and/or Work Experience 3-5 years previous mobile equipment operational experience on various models of bull dozers, excavators, loaders, blades, RTD's For Excavators•Must be able to set and load trucks efficiently to optimize production and be able of utilizing rock breaker and/or processor attachments For Dozers•Must be able to carry a flat grade and adapt to fluctuating terrain including steep slopes.
Be able to finish slopes with a slope board. For Loaders
  • Must be able to minimize overloading of customer's trucks and remaining complaint with DOT weight restrictions For RTD
  • Must be able to carry, cut and fill grade as needed and re-grade stakes.
Must be able to coordinate and import trucks for proper placement on fill. Must be able to operate machine with little or no supervision Must be able to read grade stakes and carry a grade Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive company vehicle Must understand all of your controls and have experience with various types of equipment accessories/blades/attachments Use bucket scales to optimize truck loading Skills Ability to understand and follow Company Handbook and Safety Policies Ability to work well with others Must be able to follow oral and written plans and directions Must have a strong mechanical aptitude Must have a strong, team-oriented work ethic with strong focus on safety and environmental compliance Preferred knowledge of GPS Understands MSHA and OSHA regulations Physical Requirements Ability to utilize hands and fingers in order to type and carry reports should the need require Ability to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands throughout the workday should the need arise Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch should the need arise Ability to sit for a long period of time, possibly more than 90% of the workday Ability to see clearly or with assistance via necessary correction Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document . If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to: to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying complete any part of the application process access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com . Information at a Glance Apply now Please enable JavaScript Screen readers cannot read the following searchable map. Follow this link to reach our Job Search page to search for available jobs in a more accessible format. More opportunities in Roads Apply now DPCS Privacy Policy Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab.