Loader Operator
Description
Position Summary
Responsible for safely and efficiently operating a front-end loader, CAT 982 up to CAT 988 size, in an aggregate sales yard environment. Daily pre and post-inspection of the working area safely maintaining work areas with adequate berms and roadways. Follow correct loading practices. Maintaining the quality of product stockpiles. Safe work around conveyors and surge piles at all times. Maintain safe working speeds and promote the leadership of truck drivers. Assist in the maintenance of the loader and perform daily preventative maintenance on loader. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Responsibilities:
- Prioritizes SAFETY, then QUALITY, followed by PRODUCTION.
- Will take an active role in the plant safety initiatives.
- Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times
- Assist with training co-workers as needed.
- Daily Pre and Post Inspections of the work area
- Safe Loading and dumping operations around conveyors and surge piles.
- Maintain Adequate roadways.
- Proper quality control for product stockpiles
- Maintain safe traffic flow in the yard.
- Participates in other tasks required by the supervisor.
- Customer orientation and the ability to adapt/respond to different types of characters
Requirements:
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
- Must be safety conscious, dependable, motivated, and possess a positive attitude in working with others as a team.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.
- Must be able to use hand tools and grease gun to perform all phases of loader maintenance.
- Six months of experience in the operation and maintenance of a front-end loader preferred.
- Maintain leadership in Yard Operations
- Must be able to operate loaders 982 size or larger.
Physical Requirements
- Must have hand-eye coordination and vision to safely operate mobile equipment.
- Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner. This job requires the ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots and hearing protection.
- Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Able to lift 25 pounds.
- Willing and able to use a shovel when required.
- Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.
- Able to work from
A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.
At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.
In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical
- Prescription Drug
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Care Reimbursement Account
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- 401(k) with Company matching
- Pension
- Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability Options
- Employee Life Insurance
- Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Direct Deposit Payroll
- Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
- College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
- Matching Gift Program
- New Auto Purchase Discount Plans
At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.