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Night Shift Loader Operator

H&K Group, Inc., Pocono, ID, United States


Overview
Locust Ridge Quarry , a division of the

H&K Group, Inc.

is seeking a Loader Operator for the

night shift.

The Loader Operator preforms the yard activities of loading, unloading, storing, transferring, distributing, and inventorying stone products and materials in the yard of the industrial plant. The ideal candidate is motivated, experienced, and carries out work safely.

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

100% Company-paid Health Benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan

Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs

Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies

Perform pre and post trip of equipment every day and fill out daily inspection sheets.

Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel/moves joysticks to operate loader.

Moves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front end loader forward to force bucket into finished product.

Moves levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled and dumps material into truck or rail.

Provide excellent customer service to all customers on site.

Maintains haul roads that are smooth and safe.

Keep stockpiles properly bermed and maintained.

Ensure product is blended correctly.

Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating and cleaning.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Required Skills, Education, and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR one month of related experience and/or training

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Verbal and written communication skills

Problem solving

Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed

Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Able to work night shifts!

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

3 months+ related experience

Experience operating heavy equipment

Strong preference for Loader operation experience

Experience working in a quarry, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting

MSHA or other relevant safety certification

Physical Demands

Regularly required to

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Frequently required to talk or hear

Occasionally required to

Stand, walk, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Specific vision abilities include distance, peripheral, and depth perception

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to

Outside weather conditions

Vibration

Frequently exposed to

Fumes and airborne particles

Moving parts

Noise level is usually loud

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
H&K Group, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Requirements

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Pre-employment Physical

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