Loader Operator
Job Summary:
The Loader Operator will be responsible for moving, loading, and handling materials with the use of heavy equipment, such as bulldozers, backhoes, excavators and front-end loaders and/or other large machinery to lift, haul, push, roll, load and move aggregate related material. Knowledge of the practices and techniques applied to the safe operation of heavy equipment, to include record keeping of operations. Must be able to operate construction equipment. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs. This position will be required to travel with our portable asphalt plants. Excellent Benefits & Incentives!!Highly Competitive PayPaid Time Off (PTO) - Personal, Vacation, Holidays Employee Bonus Program Opportunities: Annual Incentive, Referral, Profit-Sharing Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Wellness Program Life Insurance, Disability, and Retirement Options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) On the Job Training with a Strong Emphasis on SafetyStable Company with Strong GrowthA Culture that Values Professional Growth, Development, and Internal Promotion
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Ensure safe operation of asphalt plant and safety of asphalt plant employees
- Operate heavy equipment such as trucks, screeds, rollers, pavers, paving finishing machines, paving curbing machines and front end loaders to apply asphalt products according to job specifications
- May operate trucks to transport equipment to and from production sites as required and assist in the maintenance of all equipment
- Inspect, clean and maintain equipment and machinery
- Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel
- May set up and tear down equipment
- Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day
- Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job
Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheelbarrow, etc.
Perform all other general laborer work as needed
Other DutiesOther related duties as assigned
Working Conditions:- Extreme cold and heat
- Job Requirements and Education
- Over 18 years of age
- Eligible to work in the United StatesValid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Complete and pass pre-employment testing, including a drug screen and physical
- High school education or GED equivalent
- Travel is required
Thank you for your interest in applying with one of the Bettis Companies. The Bettis Group of Companies includes: Bettis Asphalt & Construction, Mid-States Materials, Capital Trucking, Bettis Contractors, Bettis Fabrication, Capital Crane, Capital Ready-Mix, Koss Construction, Heartland Rail Service, Midwest Pavement Grinding, PCI and PTMW. If the position you applied for is filled or we feel your experience fits another job, your information may be sent to one of the other Bettis Companies if an opening is available.
Koss Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Women, Minorities, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
