Heavy Equipment Operator - Aggregate

The Heavy Equipment Operator - Aggregate will be responsible for operating a full range of heavy equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator is a full-time, seasonal position that requires travel with overtime through peak season, reports to the Foreman, and has no supervisory responsibility. Take ownership of your role by completing pre- and post-shift equipment inspections, servicing equipment, and producing products efficiently and safely while working with a team that feels like family.

For more information regarding this position, contact Gerard Sticka at 307-281-2705.

Benefits/Incentives:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Bereavement Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• $1500 Sign-On Bonus
• Annual Safety Incentive and Clothing Allowance

• Operate a full range of heavy equipment (i.e. skid steer loader, front-end loader, excavator, crusher, dredge, dozer, backhoe, etc.).
• Operate and maintain other equipment as needed.
• Perform inspections and maintenance of equipment such as greasing, checking oil, water, and tires/tracks.
• Perform physical duties about aggregate work (i.e. shovel, grade, etc.).
• Follow, enforce, and promote all company safety and quality requirements at all times.
• Ensure equipment preventative maintenance is performed timely, thoroughly, and correctly at all times.
• Consistently keep work area clean and organized to promote professionalism, safety, and efficiency.
• Willingness to perform duties outside the normal scope of work as this job description is non-exhaustive.

• Consent to authorization of a pre-employment work screen, Motor Vehicle Record request, and drug test.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• One to three years of experience in heavy equipment.
• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of road construction materials, processes, and industry requirements.
• Understand instructions from supervisory positions, both written and verbal.
• Dependability and reliability by showing up to scheduled shifts on time and being prepared for work.
• A positive attitude is critical to ensure productive working relationships with co-workers and management.
• Continuous exposure to weather elements including heat, cold, noise, dusty conditions, and working outdoors.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to reach below/at/above shoulders
• Pushing/Pulling/Twisting/Bending
• Sitting/Standing/Balancing
• Operate hand and foot controls
• Simple/Firm grasping/Pinching
• Ability to lift/lower/carry over 50 pounds
• Squatting/Stooping/Crouching/Kneeling/Crawling