Heavy Equipment Operator

Job ID: 527352

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

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Position : Heavy Equipment Operator (Haul Truck Driver) Reports to: Process Supervisor

Shift : Rotating Shifts Pay: $25/hour+

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

What you'll be contributing:

Under the direction of the Crusher Supervisor, maintain all crusher/clay/raw storage equipment, buildings, and grounds areas by completing assigned inspections, housekeeping and lubrication schedules for these areas.

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Schedule/perform lubrication and housekeeping of equipment operated daily
• Assist in safety inspections and compliance with environmental regulations and hazard controls as required by company, MSHA, EPA and TCEQ
• Perform daily pre-shift and post-shift safety and operational inspections on each piece of equipment operated; correcting problems by use of best judgment or notifying supervisor
• Safely inspect belts and feeders in work area
• Assist with Crusher and plant repairs from time to time
• Ability to operate various sizes of haul trucks. (CAT 777, CAT 785, and Komatsu 785)
• Knowledge of rock conveying and crushing equipment and associated hazards
• Relieve Quarry personnel as needed to maintain production demands
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor To succeed in this position, you will need:

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Willingness to learn; training will be provided.
• High school graduation or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience preferred
• Valid Driver's License and the ability to safely operate large vehicles
• Must be a self-starter able to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to perform all duties in a safe manner
• Ability to perform minor maintenance
• Ability to reason through operational issues as they arise and resolve them or communicate with others
• Knowledge of equipment used in the manufacturing of cement preferred
• Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibilities
• Excellent work and safety record
• Understanding of Lockout/Tagout procedures

What to expect in a cement environment:

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Lifting up to 50 pounds. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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