Ready Mix Loader Operator (Ready Mix)

Job Summary

The Ready-Mix Loader Operator is responsible for operating equipment commonly found necessary for the proper maintenance of a ready-mix plant. Equipment operated will include loader, water truck, man lift, forklift, etc. Training will also cover back-up batch activities and plant maintenance. The daily responsibilities may not be site-specific.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

$37 Probationary pay - $42.50-$53 post-probationary pay scale

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe and efficient operation of equipment while completing assigned tasks
• Perform pre-operational/post-operational checks of equipment to ensure equipment can be operated safely
• Operate a range of loaders including skip loader, front loader, man lift, and forklift
• Perform work area examinations to ensure a safe work environment; any observed hazards must be noted, reported to the supervisor and corrected if possible
• Comply with company policies, procedures and work rules, as well as federal safety, health, and environmental regulations
• Perform plant maintenance activities as directed
• Work may extend to include general labor duties such as shoveling and sweeping
• Support other plant activities as directed
• Some weekend and night work will be required

Education

High school diploma or GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience operating loaders, man lifts and forklifts
• Experience operating equipment outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work under pressure
• Work with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly and climb stairs and ladders up to 24 feet high
• Must have reliable transportation for all work shifts
• Trustworthy and excellent attendance record

Preferred:

• Strong computer skills
• Any maintenance-related certifications
• Commercial driver’s license

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.