Equipment Operator

AutoReqId: 16454BR

Line Of Business: Aggregates

Department: Production

Primary Location: Bloomville-OH

Pay Class: Hourly

Job Posting:

WE GIVE DOWN-TO-EARTH A WHOLE NEW MEANING

We’re Lehigh Hanson. Our products build cities and towns, including stadiums that hold thousands of fans, and bridges that support millions of vehicles. We have thousands of employees across hundreds of locations in the U.S. and Canada, making us North America’s leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, and related construction materials.

We might be a big company, but we appreciate and encourage our people to share their ideas and help shape our future. We want every one of our people to play an active role in growing our business. With our diverse product lines and locations across North America, there are opportunities to explore different roles and work on a variety of exciting and interesting projects.

We’re a tight-knit team. While we strive to be the best, we do it with an attitude that is humble, accessible, and down-to-earth. We don’t ask you to “fit in” to our culture. We invite you to add to it.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO

Are you looking for a long-term position with a stable company? Do you enjoy working with your hands and with large equipment? Lehigh Hanson is seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator. This position will be responsible for the operation of mining equipment and/or for operating quarry equipment.

• Operates quarry mobile equipment, including, but not limited to, front-end loader, bulldozer, and backhoe, to lift and transfer bulk materials, such as shot rock, sand, clay, or other bulk material, to trucks, hoppers, chutes, or other areas of the quarry. Drives haul trucks to transport materials throughout the quarry.
• Hours will be day shift Monday through Friday.
• Maintain quarry floor and walls in a clean and safe condition. Uses backhoe for scaling quarry walls following blasts. Clears snow or debris from quarry areas as needed. Advises supervisor of loose ground or other hazardous conditions in the work area.
• Performs routine inspections and maintenance on mobile equipment, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning. Completes equipment safety checklist before using any mobile equipment.
• Assists in belt cleaning or repair as needed.
• Functions as Crusher Operator to cover periods of vacation or absence.
• Follows plant and MSHA Safety Policies, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Maintain an awareness of plant environmental standards. Takes corrective action to address minor problems or reports compliance issues to the appropriate supervisor for resolution.

This position will be based in Bloomville, Ohio.

HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One year of heavy equipment operation or other related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Driver License - required
• Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist, and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods in the same position, perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment

BRING YOUR HUMBLE OVERACHIEVER ATTITUDE AND LET’S ELEVATE OUR COMPANY EVEN HIGHER!

We appreciate that candidates have many questions when considering opportunities, so we want to let you know that we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which we like to share with candidates a little bit later in the process.

No search firms, please.

Lehigh Hanson is a drug-free workplace.

Employer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled