Travel Lift/Mobile Gantry Crane Operator - 2nd Shift 3PM

Mi-Jack / Travelift Operator

At High Concrete, we don't just pour concrete, we shape skylines and bring bold visions to life. With more than 75 years of experience and nearly five decades as a precast leader, we've become a trusted partner for architects, engineers, and builders nationwide. As the nation's largest producer of precast concrete parking structures and a leader in architectural and structural wall panels, we deliver the strength, precision, and support that complex projects demand. From stadiums and schools to warehouses and cultural landmarks, our work stands tall in every sense of the word. Ready to build a career that's as solid as our structures? Join High Concrete, where your future is built to last in Denver, PA.

We are looking for a Mi-Jack / Travelift operator to join our 2nd shift team! The Mi-Jack/Travelift/Mobile Gantry crane operator is certified to operate all three types of equipment: travel lift, tow motor and yard tractor. Responsible to perform specific duties to insure a smooth and safe flow of products from production areas to storage areas and onto road trailers for shipment to jobsites. Ideal candidates will be able to work at 3:00 PM from Sunday-Thursday. We have no set end times. You will receive a shift differential of $3.00 per hour for any hours worked between 5 pm and 5 am.

Experience, Training and/or Education required:

• CDL A - manual transmission
• Certified Equipment Operator
• Proven ability to be certified and operate all of the following: travel lift, tow motor and yard tractor
• Ability to work outside year round

Job Functions:

• Have the demonstrated ability to adequately perform and maintain all the skills listed on the Co-workers Skills Matrix.
• The Equipment Operator A will proficiently maintain all prerequisites of the Equipment Operator B and C and Grounds Helper labor grades.
• Unload pieces from trailers that were poured the previous day in the architectural and structural departments.
• Get loading schedule from Journeyperson and/or Leadperson to determine the order of priorities.
• Load trailers to meet daily shipping schedules
• Direct grounds helpers to hook-up pieces for operator and make sure they are stacked or placed in material holding racks correctly.
• Responsible to maintain an attitude of safety awareness as it pertains to the department, company, and corporate safety rules, regulations and procedures by demonstrating he/she can work in a safe manner on a continual basis, by following established procedures in the areas of safety/health, ensuring the safety of his/her fellow co-worker is not jeopardized by their actions.
• Check oil and gas for preventative maintenance and make sure homosote, pads, wedges and supplies are on equipment at all times.
• Must attend scheduled toolbox talks and be an active participant in any discussion.
• Make sure ground helpers stack or store product correctly.
• When loading product for delivery, check blocking, padding and condition of product.
• Ensure all steel frames being used in loading are not cracked and are bolted tightly to trailer.
• Responsible for keeping work areas/equipment clean and free of any potential hazards.
• Be familiar with the requirements of all customers and suppliers, both internal and external and meet these requirements.
• 6S required to meet and support daily, weekly and monthly 6S goals and objectives.
• Clean and return all tools and equipment to storage daily.
• Maintains quality focus for all tasks and looks to improve product for both internal and external customers.
• Participates in Quality projects as needed.
• Responsible for safe operation of equipment at all times.
• Verify pieces are secure for movement throughout plant.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to use and operate electronic hand held scanners for verification of piece storage locations.
• Accurately record all yard locations, piece marks and labor codes on daily yard sheets.
• Prior to finishing shift, confirm all blocking is correct for tees you and your crew has set for the day.
• At start of shift, gather all shims, steel blocks and wood dunnage that will be used for that work day.
• Adhere to company policies pertaining to attendance and tardiness
• Assist in loading precast or prestressed concrete product on various types of trailers.
• Responsible for safe movement of trailers in and out of buildings and to various locations through the production and/or storage areas.
• Check and verify location of blocking of product and location of blocking on trailer bed prior to securing load.
• Pad tee rockers and architectural rockers on wood dungaree before loading of product onto rockers.
• Prior to hooking up to or moving a loaded trailer, ensure load is secured with straps or chains in proper manner using plastic corner protectors or wrapped homosote.
• Check all product prior to storing for defects so repair can be made before loading for shipment.
• Report any defects to Supervisor or Leadperson immediately.
• Place wood dunnage under landing gears before dropping of loaded or empty trailers waiting to be loaded in holding area of soft, unstable yard areas.
• Must have knowledge of the proper use of chains, nylon cable and slings.
• Responsible to maintain truck in a clean and safe operating condition, report any mechanical problems to Leadperson and/or Supervisor and make any necessary noted on pre-check paperwork.
• Maintain proper driving speed in yard.
• Update and maintain daily hours log.
• Perform a pre and post operation inspection of necessary equipment and functions.
• Perform on-going minor PM on truck with documenting paperwork
• Perform other yard duties that will support the on-going maintenance of the plant and surrounding facilities associated with material handling. This includes housekeeping, aggregate removal, relocation of materials, tools, equipment, etc.
• Chain/strap down concrete panels onto trailers.
• Operate Jockey truck or other CDL equipment to move trailers or parts around our yard/manufacturing environment.
• This position will require the trailer jockey to get in and out of their cab several times a shift to perform their job duties 50% in truck, 50% ground crew responsibilities
• Load and unload production pieces on various types of trailers
• Stock product pieces in the yard correctly and verify blocking and padding for product delivery
• Perform pre and post-operation inspection of necessary equipment
• Perform ongoing minor PM work on the truck
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Be committed to the Improvement Process and be a role model.
• Maintain a good working relationship with fellow co-workers.
• Maintain understanding/working knowledge of the HCSI evacuation plan/procedures.
• Perform other job duties and assignments as required within scope of job responsibilities.

Working for The High Companies: High Concrete Group LLC combines innovation, proven technology, more than three-quarters of a century's experience as a precast company, and nearly 50 years as a precaster. Tuition Assistance with 100 percent reimbursement for approved courses and degree programs which are job-related and approved in advance by your supervisor. Employee Assistance Program provides professional, confidential assistance for any type of personal issue you or your eligible dependents are experiencing. High Family Foundation Scholarship is awarded annually to the children of High co-workers working at least 1,000 hours per year and employed for at least two years. Recipients are awarded $4,000 for each year they are enrolled in a two- or four-year accredited degree program. Good Measure Award is presented periodically to an individual or team from each of the High companies who exemplify The High Philosophy and who has gone above and beyond normal job responsibilities to provide "Good Measure." Excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision available for full-time coworkers. Vacation is offered to regular full-time coworkers and is earned annually on your anniversary date. You may carry over a portion of your hours into the next anniversary year. 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match.