Experienced Loader Operator

 

 

Job ID:  523174

 

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!

 

*Check out this great opportunity*   What we offer ·        Pay: $24.00-$28.00 an hour, depending on experience. ·         Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 for new hires ·         Comprehensive training provided ·         Opportunities for advancement within the company ·         Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork   Key Responsibilities ·         Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment of diverse sizes and weights across various quarry and construction tasks. ·         Adhere strictly to all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations, ensuring a safe work environment. ·         Promptly report any equipment or operational issues to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager. ·         Execute daily tasks as directed by the Foreman, meeting project or jobsite expectations. ·         Perform routine servicing and minor maintenance on equipment; escalate major issues to supervisors as necessary. ·         Complete thorough pre- and post-operation inspections with proper documentation, maintaining compliance with company protocols. ·         Assist in mentoring and training less-experienced team members in equipment operation, servicing, and repair to enhance team capabilities. ·         Take on general labor duties as required to support overall operations. ·         Maintain regular, reliable attendance and promptness at assigned work times. ·         Fulfill additional duties assigned to meet evolving operational needs.   Qualifications ·         Capability to perform all essential duties listed above with competence and professionalism. ·         High school diploma or GED preferred. ·         1–3 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in heavy equipment operation.   Work Requirements ·         Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently operate a broad range of equipment in varying conditions. ·         Proficiency in basic math, reading, and writing for accurate record-keeping and comprehension of construction documents and blueprints. ·         Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions with clarity. ·         Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, with strong interpersonal skills. ·         Capable of operating complex equipment with independent judgment and skill. ·         Minimum age of 18 years is required. ·         Successful completion of pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal background check is mandatory. ·         Strict observance of all safety requirements as detailed in the Employee Handbook. ·         Willingness to collaborate within a team and assist colleagues and supervisors as needed. ·         Flexible to travel and work away from home, including nights and weekends, as project demands arise. ·         Consistent use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shield, safety footwear, and coveralls in compliance with OSHA/MSHA and company guidelines.   Knowledge and Skills ·         In-depth understanding of heavy equipment operation. ·         Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and tools. ·         Awareness of typical hazards and safety practices within heavy equipment operations and quarry environments. ·         Knowledge of trenching and shoring protocols and standards.   Physical & Work Environment Requirements ·       Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility. ·       Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height. ·       Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed. ·       Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions. ·       Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments. ·       Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely. ·       Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.   This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in quarry operations, leveraging advanced skills and a safety-first mindset to deliver outstanding results in a dynamic environment.  

 

 

What CRH Offers You

 

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

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.

 

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

 

APAC Central Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

EOE/Vet/Disability

 

CRH is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. 

 

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