Equipment Operator

Equipment OperatorUnited Rock Products is one of the companies that operates within Sully-Miller Contracting Co., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout Southern California. We are part of Sully-Miller Companies consisting of Sully-Miller Contracting Co., Blue Diamond Materials and United Rock Products. Each company supports the other. United Rock provides the aggregate, Blue Diamond Materials provides the hot and warm mix asphalt manufacturing, and Sully-Miller Contracting executes the projects. Mining of construction aggregates at United Rock Products in the San Gabriel Valley has taken place since 1916. Our top-rated 300-acre site is located in Irwindale, California, just 25 miles east of Los Angeles. Virgin aggregate material is processed into sand and gravel through cutting-edge crushing and screening operations.The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain.Compensation$39.58 per hourJob SummaryAs a member of the reclamation and/or aggregate crew, the Equipment Operator is expected to safely and efficiently operate various pieces of mobile equipment. Activities include completing pre-trip/post-trip inspections, and operating equipment while completing site related reclamation, production, and sales activities. As a member of the team, the equipment operator may be required to assist with maintenance, repair, operations, and housekeeping around the plant as requested by Reclamation Superintendent or Aggregate Manager. Equipment includes: 834 Compactor/Motor Grader, Loader, Dozer, Blade, Excavator, Rubber Tire Dozer. Shift: 12:00pm - 8:30pm *With overtime and weekend work requirements.Main ResponsibilitiesComplete Daily pre/ post equipment inspections - report as neededEnsure areas under your scope of responsibility remain in environmental compliance and complete any needed environmental reportsEnsure fill is placed in accordance with Fill Operating Plan (FOP) and regulatory guidelinesEnsure site remains compliant with all MSHA, OSHA and EPA standardsInspect equipment prior to shift for safety, environmental and maintenance defectsInspect wear items on equipment & report as needed to shop, foreman, and managementLoad hoppers and trucks with limited spillageMaintain adequate cleanliness of equipmentPerform housekeeping (clean, shovel, remove trash and debris) to ensure a safe, clean and complaint operationReport any defects to shop, foreman and managementMonitor ground conditions in area you are operatingOther duties as assignedEducation and/or Work Experience3-5 years previous mobile equipment operational experience on various models of bull dozers, excavators, loaders, blades, RTD'sFor Excavators- Must be able to set and load trucks efficiently to optimize production and be able of utilizing rock breaker and/or processor attachmentsFor Dozers- Must be able to carry a flat grade and adapt to fluctuating terrain including steep slopes. Be able to finish slopes with a slope board.For Loaders- Must be able to minimize overloading of customer's trucks and remaining complaint with DOT weight restrictionsFor RTD- Must be able to carry, cut and fill grade as needed and re-grade stakes. Must be able to coordinate and import trucks for proper placement on fill.Must be able to operate machine with little or no supervisionMust be able to read grade stakes and carry a gradeMust have a valid driver's license and be able to drive company vehicleMust understand all of your controls and have experience with various types of equipment accessories/blades/attachmentsUse bucket scales to optimize truck loadingSkillsAbility to understand and follow Company Handbook and Safety PoliciesAbility to work well with othersMust be able to follow oral and written plans and directionsMust have a strong mechanical aptitudeMust have a strong, team-oriented work ethic with strong focus on safety and environmental compliancePreferred knowledge of GPSUnderstands MSHA and OSHA regulationsPhysical RequirementsAbility to utilize hands and fingers in order to type and carry reports should the need requireAbility to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands throughout the workday should the need ariseAbility to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch should the need ariseAbility to sit for a long period of time, possibly more than 90% of the workdayAbility to see clearly or with assistance via necessary correctionColas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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