Loader Operator

Loader Operator

APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. APAC-Central, Inc. and its founding companies have been serving our customers since early in the 20th Century and look forward to continued success in the 21st Century! Are you looking to drive your career with a company that values your skills, safety, and ambition? Join APAC as a Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator and become part of a supportive team with the resources of a large corporation and the close-knit atmosphere of a family business. Take your career to new heightsand take advantage of our $1,500 sign-on bonus!

About the Role

As a Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator, you'll play a vital role in our daily operations, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of materials critical to our success. You'll work hands-on with the latest equipment, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to a culture where safety and innovation are paramount.

• Operate heavy and light mobile equipment, including skid steers, as trained and directed to maintain quarry access points.
• Perform pre-operational checks and routine servicing of assigned equipment.
• Conduct site clean-up using hand tools and ensure work platforms remain clear and safe.
• Safely run and monitor the crushing plant as required.
• Assist with plant repairs and maintenance tasks, including basic welding and fitting, as needed.
• Handle water hoses and perform cleanup while maintaining awareness of electrical hazards and slippery surfaces.
• Report any operational or environmental issues promptly to the foreman.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures and use all required PPE in compliance with OSHA/MSHA guidelines.
• Support the team in achieving high standards of productivity and environmental responsibility.

What It Takes to Succeed

Pass pre-employment drug screening, criminal background check, and "Fit for Work" physical. Provide valid documentation for I-9 eligibility. Demonstrate a professional, courteous attitude toward colleagues, supervisors, and the public. Be flexible to work nights, weekends, overtime, and travel as needed. Be comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather and on rough terrain. Physical capability for climbing, stretching, driving/steering, sitting, twisting, and using hand tools. Commitment to a strong safety culture and team-based approach. Mandatory: Minimum age of 18 due to work environment requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

High school diploma or GED required. Previous experience operating heavy equipment is preferred. Technical education or certificates in basic welding/fitting a plus. State-approved Welding Certification is a bonus but not required.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate: $1,500 Sign-On Bonus Comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth The opportunity to be part of a team that prioritizes your safety, skill development, and job satisfaction

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.