Articulating Haul Truck Driver

Position SummaryThis position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating haul trucks loaded with rock within the quarry. The Off-Highway haul truck driver will perform various maintenance duties in the quarry, safely and efficiently operate the pit and yard loaders, perform daily pre-shift inspections, and perform minor maintenance and repairs on the haul truck.Hours: Monday-Friday: 7AM-5PM, weekends as necessary. Responsibilities

• Operates a haul truck within the company guidelines and safety standards
• Participates in safety inspections, plant safety program, and follows company and MSHA safety rules and regulations
• Aides in loader production by breaking down surge piles and maintains product pile as needed
• Performs pre-shift safety inspection on equipment and reports needed repairs to the supervisor
• Performs preventative maintenance, services mobile equipment, and is responsible for good housekeeping of equipment
• Operates other equipment such as pit and yard loaders in a safe manner as needed
• Aides in the training of co-workers as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Must be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated
• Will take an active role in the plant safety initiatives
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Willing to cross-train in different areas of production

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience to perform the responsibilities associated with this position
• Experience in the maintenance and operation of mobile equipment and/or equipment used processing plants
• Six (6) months experience as a haul truck driver or other related experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to work cooperatively with others toward a shared goal, contribute actively to the team efforts, and possess a positive attitude in working with others as a team
• Possess effective coordination and communication skills
• Possess strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge and skills
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to perform duties with minimal supervision
• Able to work varying shifts as needed, outdoors, in varying weather conditions
• Able to adhere to MSHA guidelines and plant safety rules and regulations
• Able to ensure a safe work environment by prioritizing safety, then quality, followed by production