Equipment Operator/Laborer

# **Build your career at US Aggregates!** As an Equipment Operator/Laborer, you will have responsibility for maintaining production, maintenance, quality, and safety within the Aggregates' Operations function, including but not limited to, operating heavy equipment, such as Front-End Loaders, Haul Trucks, Skid Steers, etc. **Essential Functions** - Operate, service, and maintain various heavy equipment including front-end loaders, off road dump trucks, skid steer, man-lift, fuel truck and water truck in order to keep plant clean and in production - Responsible for fueling, oiling, greasing equipment as well as understanding the equipment's safety manual - Perform pre-shift and end of shift checks and maintenance on equipment - Report orally and in writing to as required and maintain accurate records (i.e. activity reports, inventory reports, maintenance logs, etc.) as directed - Participate in general training, job specific training and hazardous materials training as required; successfully complete written examinations as required - Understand and follow all policies, procedures, and safety rules as applicable to facility, job function and equipment, including rules governing safety around railroad tracks and equipment - Keep facilities and equipment clean and maintained - Recommend changes to the operation which may produce safer work processes, savings and efficiencies - Abiding by yard rules, safety regulations and PPE requirements - Accurately completing all required paperwork - Abide by terminals processes and procedures relating to product transfers, quality assurance, safety, and operations - Complete required training and certifications necessary to perform duties safely and effectively - Other duties as assigned - *Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.* **Education Qualifications** - Required High School or Equivalent **Skills and Abilities** - Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance - Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule - Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math - Working knowledge of US Aggregates Safety and Operating principles - Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping, and daily inventory - Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other pass on information from team members, management, or customer - Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned - Flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, weekends - Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements - Must possess and exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently to get things done - Strong welding, torching, and maintenance skills preferred **Working Conditions/Physical Demands** - Must have the ability to continuously stand or walk on level or uneven ground - Must have the ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairways and incline catwalks - Must have the ability to bend, crouch and/or kneel at the waist or knees - Must have the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50lbs - Ability to work outside the majority of the time and withstand extreme weather conditions. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather **About US Aggregates** US Aggregates is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. With over 20 operations across Indiana, US Aggregates has been a customer-focused, innovative provider of high-quality essential stone, sand and gravel used in road construction, site prep and utilities, agriculture and erosion control. The company also specializes in industrial minerals like dolomitic and high-calcium products. Since 1967, US Aggregates has built a rep…