Loader Operator
Convent, LA, US, 70723
ABOUT THE ROLE
Performs daily loader operations and loads customer trucks accurately.
This is a floating position, Operators will be provided a company vehicle as they will be traveling between Canton, MS, Vicksburg, MS, Port Allen, LA & Convent, LA.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas.
- Performs the day-to-day activities of a plant duties could include tasks associated with maintaining the stationary equipment of various plants.
- Perform assignments outlined by supervisors and standard procedures are followed in the performance of duties. Work is inspected periodically for safety and economy in operation. Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
- Maintain equipment in proper working order.
- Maintain and review maintenance logs for repairs.
- Maintain an effective system of communications with supervisors, drivers and crew, laborers and operators, and customers serviced.
- Perform all duties in a safe manner and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Ability to follow instructions, maintain good housekeeping around the plant site.
- Perform daily pre-trip safety inspections, report defects or problems.
- Load bins to ensure appropriate stock levels and load haul trucks while maintaining safe area for stock piling and customer load out.
- Maintain berms in appropriate areas.
- Scales/load Customer Trucks
- Perform Plant activities/maintenance etc. as needed.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Required Education: High School diploma/GED
Required Work Experience: 12 months of loader operator experience with CAT 980.
Additional Requirements:
- Prior work experience preferred working in or around heavy equipment, construction or asphalt.
- Basic mechanical maintenance knowledge and skills.
- Proven safety record.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary
- Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Dress for your day
Nearest Major Market: Baton Rouge