Job Description

Position Summary

The Equipment Operator would be responsible for operating plant mobile heavy equipment including haul truck, loader, water truck, etc. to bring raw materials from pit to plant safely and efficiently at maximum loading capacity.

Essential Functions

Must be able to or willing to learn to operate all other mobile equipment, including haul truck, water truck, and loader. Assist in plant repairs and clean-up. Perform pre-shift safety inspection on equipment. Perform preventative maintenance and service mobile equipment. Report needed repairs to shop personnel. Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment. Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules and regulations. Perform duties with minimum supervision.

Travel will be required for this position between Greeley and Fort Collins with a possibility of needing to go outside of the area.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience. 1 year experience operating heavy mobile equipment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be able to read the equipment operating manual. Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection reports. Must be able to communicate in English on radio or CB. Possess basic mathematical aptitude to complete daily reports. Must be able to wear all required safety equipment. Must be able to perform duties safely. Must be able to read and interpret gauges. Proven ability to work in a TEAM environment. Must be able to operate 980 and 988 Loaders

Working Conditions

The job will require operating large equipment which is typically air conditioned. There will be times when outside assignments that may require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc.