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Loader Operator
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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.
$55,605 / year median in Ohio
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Loader Operator Based in South Columbus, Ohio, we operate a gravel sand quarry plant that is environmentally friendly. We need a loader operator to facilitate the site. Job Description Summary
- Operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and the exercise of independent judgment.
- Operate backhoes, bulldozers, loaders and/or other heavy equipment to excavate, move, load and grade earth, rock, gravel or other materials.
- Knowledge of the use and capabilities of heavy equipment and machinery, its safety and pre-operational checks as well as how to maintain the equipment in good working order.
- Perform manual labor incidental to the assigned task.
- Assist Plant Operator in coordinating materials handling and equipment usage.
Skills Needed:
- Strong mechanical and fabrication skills, maintenance and repair work.
- Working knowledge of electrical components and hazard detection/prevention.
- Ability to keep records and make oral or written reports and simple arithmetic computations.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, climb, bend, stoop, and squat frequently as well as work long hours outside in the elements.
- Be able to lift 50 pounds. Requirements
- Two years of experience operating a variety of heavy equipment.
- Able to work various times during day, night or weekend hours.
- Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
- Must maintain a safe driving record and have a valid driver's license.
- Must be reliable, hardworking and able to work in a team environment.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$28.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per weekBenefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance