Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Montana Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, and ready-mixed concrete in Anaconda, Butte, Great Falls and Helena, MT. Position Overview Whether you're looking for an opportunity to break into the construction industry, or looking for the next step in your career, our team can provide you with a fun and challenging opportunity to grow with an industry leader. For our heavy equipment operators, no two days are the same. You'll have the chance to do everything from laying asphalt to build the roads you drive on, to preparing the ground for buildings or playgrounds, or installing underground utility lines. You'll run all kinds of equipment such as rollers, skid steers, excavators, work with a team on projects big and small, playing an integral part as we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. If you're someone that likes to see the visible results of your hard work each day, working outdoors, running equipment and being a part of building something great, this is the career path for you. Limited experience? No worries! We'll assist with training to provide you with the skills you need to be successful. If you've got the drive, we'll help you to reach your goals.

Company Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription Generous Paid Time Off 10 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 2 Floating) Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program Company Paid Life Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Potential for Overtime Opportunities for Internal Mobility Professional Development Opportunities Training Provided Earn More with our Employee Referral Program Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more! Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Performs pre and post shift inspection of equipment
• Excavate holes and ditches and move materials
• Load materials into trucks for hauling
• Use heavy equipment to lift and move heavy structures and equipment
• Use equipment to grade terrain
• Checks necessary equipment parts to ensure proper function of equipment.
• Responsible for safe slopes on excavations.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Assist labor crew including shoveling, raking and compacting of asphalt materials.
• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Minimum Requirements: Must have a current and valid driver's license. Prior equipment operation experience in construction or related environments. Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality. Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime as needed. Demonstrates the ability to work and communicate well with supervisor, plant personnel, and other employees. Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations. Must be a current member or join Operator's Union, Local 400 within 30 days of hire. Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing. Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date. Preferred Requirements: CDL a plus but not required.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Primarily work 8 12 hours per day 5 days per week.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GRIP with at least 90 lbs. of force CLIMBING in, around, and on equipment HEAVY LIFTING of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to75 lbs. from floor to waist AWKWARD POSITIONS getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground FLEXIBILITY awkward reaches BALANCE including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying. VISION 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions HEARING corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.