Heavy Equipment Operator - Arcosa, Inc.
Independence, LA
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Join Arcosa Aggregates, a company with LOADS of opportunity and stability.
Arcosa Aggregates is a leading producer and distributor of construction materials and services. We are unified in our commitment to building a better world through the foundations of roads, bridges, and buildings in our communities across the United States.
We are currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for our Amite, LA plant on early day shift.
What you will get:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid weekly
- Opportunity for annual performance increases
- 401k program with employer matching
- Room for growth and career advancement
- Health insurance
- Dental & vision Insurance
- Paid life insurance
- Paid short term disability
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 11 paid holidays
- MSHA training provided
What you will do:
- Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition
- Work in the production of sand and gravel
- Ability to operate at least 3 pieces of mobile equipment in a dredge operation (haul truck, farm tractor, water truck, rubber tire backhoe, front end loader, etc.)
- Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations.
- Perform daily pre-shift equipment and workplace inspections to maintain equipment performance
- Perform all necessary work area inspections and document discrepancies. This includes any heavy equipment checklist/inspections
- Perform all task in a safe manner which includes wearing proper personal protective equipment and follow safety regulations established by this company
- Inspect and grease equipment
- Keep all above areas clean
- Maintain strong communications with other plant employees and operators
- Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned
- May be involved in safety committees or initiatives
What you will need:
- Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance
- Positive, Team-based attitude
- The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required.
- The ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy)
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Minimum of 2-3 years as a mobile equipment operator
Working Conditions and physical environment: While most equipment has air conditioning, there will be times when other responsibilities may require periods of work in all weather conditions including heat, cold, wet, dry, and dusty.
The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.
Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.
