CO Salary Range: USD 26.00 - 30.00 per hour

Job ID: 497637

United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

The Equipment Operator is responsible for keeping the bins full for concrete production and maintain loader and conveyers.

Wage ranges from $26 to $30, dependent on experience.

• Operate front-end loader to transport materials to and from storage and processing areas.
• Operate front-end loader to feed conveyors.
• Inspect equipment prior to operation for any safety or maintenance issues.
• Perform routine maintenance on the loader such as lubricating, fueling and cleaning.
• Create and maintain inclines and ramps to excavated materials.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Six months to one year of experience as a loader operator or similar role.

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Report to work dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.

• Knowledge of the concrete production and aggregate needs.
• Demonstrate an ability to work with others.
• Demonstrate comfort in communicating with others to complete tasks.
• Ability to observe safety and security procedures.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and perform tasks and duties without immediate supervision.
• Demonstrate ability to wear and use proper PPE at all times.

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to needs.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed; able to consistently work independently.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move from 35 to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

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