Loader Operator -Yardman/laborer - S.T. Wooten Corporation

JOB LOCATION: Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

AVAILABLE POSITIONS: 1

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Perform general tasks involving physical labor as well as operating the loader and Bobcat at pits and/or plants. May operate hand and power tools of all types: Air hammers, small mechanical hoists, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces for support, cleaning up rubble and debris and keeping plant yard clean at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Loader Operator

1. Operate loader as needed for moving and loading materials at pits or on plant yard. May also be required to use jackhammers, drills and other power tools.
2. Position, join, align, and seal structural components.
3. Shovel materials.
4. Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
5. Spray materials such as water, sand, steam, or paint through hoses to clean, coat, or seal surfaces.
6. Tend all machines used in the day-to-day operations.
7. Tend pumps, compressors, and generators to provide power for tools, machinery, and equipment, or to heat and move materials.
8. Lubricate, clean, and repair machinery, equipment, and tools.
9. Apply caulking compounds by hand or using caulking guns.
10. Clean and prepare sites to eliminate possible hazards.
11. Control traffic passing near, in, and around work area.
12. Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, ramps, and other temporary structures.
13. Load, unload building materials, machinery, and tools.
14. Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.
15. Learn and follow safety regulations.
16. Work long, flexible hours as demanded by our customers including nights, weekends, and work outside for extended periods during all seasons of the year.
17. Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.
18. Must have regular and predictable attendance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Must be a minimum of 21 years old.

Work Experience:

• Good work ethic.
• Minimum 1 year loader experience running in a high paced environment. Asphalt plant experience preferred.
• MSHA certified a plus.

Other:

• Candidate will need to have dependable transportation to and from work.
• Needs to be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Willing to work overtime, nights and weekends when needed.
• Able to climb ladders and not afraid of heights.

Heavy Physical Demands:

Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.

Physical Activity:

Position requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, oil and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required of the position. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time. EOE. Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.