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Silvi Materials
2nd Shift Operator/Sand Mechanic- Port Norris, NJ
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What they do
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.
$60,520 / year median in New Jersey
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Title of Position:
Equipment/ Plant Operator Location:
Port Norris, NJ Pay Range:
$27.51- $44.
Shift:
2nd Shift- 2:00pm-10:00pm ( This role may require shifts of up to 12 hours, based on workload demands)
Industry Leading Benefits:
Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Overtime as needed.
Phenomenal Benefits:
Medical, Vision, Dental, Prescription, Vacation, Paid Holidays and so much more!Your future in mind:
With 401(k) (at select locations) and/or pension options. We want all employees to build for a great retirement! Growth atSilvi Materials:
Growth atSilvi Materials:
We offer each employee the opportunity to move into any facet of our complex business. And our tuition reimbursement program is the perfect springboard to help you get there! So what does a Equipment/ Plant Operator do? You'll be an integral part of our sand mine operations! Clears, grubs, strips, excavates, backfills, ditches, stockpiles and pushes various types of material found at a quarry. Constructs berms, excavates and grades to final grade. Loads sand and sometimes small stone from a stockpile to a truck and/or train car. Must be able to estimate load size for a vehicle and not over or under load a truck. Must be able to load a truck without creating spillage. Must do general cleanup around all areas. Perform a daily heavy equipment walk-around inspection and preventive maintenance responsibilities. Perform other work as assigned when not engaged in operating equipment, including labor and general maintenance of all areas of the mine as needed. Qualifications Valid Driver's License. At least one year operating heavy equipment required. Can work 2 p.m.- 10 p.
Working Conditions:
Able to work extended hours as needed Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors Must wear protective equipment while at the location Physical Requirements Requires stationary position, traverse, move, transport, and the ability to significant degree to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position Must be able to work at heights; climb stairs, ladders, and silos Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently Requires Concrete chipping, shoveling, sweeping and greasing of plant equipment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with employees and other individuals as well as function safely within an office environment and, on occasion, may visit industrial plant locations Requires stationary position, traverse, move, transport, and the ability to significant degree to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with employees and other individuals as well as function safely within an office environment and plant locations Must be able to work at heights; climb stairs, ladders, and silos Silvi Materials does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.Pay:
$27.51- $44.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s):- Are you able to work most Saturdays?
- What is your highest level of completed education?
- What is your requested hourly compensation?
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans