Loader Operator / Scale House Attendant - Shenandoah, IA

 

 

Job ID:  524941

 

Hallett Materials, a CRH company, was established in 1918.  Hallett Materials produces quality aggregates with a firm belief in customer service.  The materials produced by Hallett Materials are used in the construction of new highways, bridges and buildings as well as landscaping and maintenance projects.

 

Position Overview

The Loader/Scale House Attendant is responsible for filling and maintaining aggregate piles, stacking products, loading and unloading product following established policies and procedures. This position will also be responsible for ticketing trucks, accepting payment for cash sales and customer service duties.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights, safely and efficiently.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Accurately load customer trucks with the proper materials at the appropriate weight for truck size. Utilize computerized dispatch system to weigh trucks and evaluate sales orders.
• Help perform daily safety checks of all equipment and site operations. Perform daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor. 
• Perform data entry tasks and generate sales tickets with speed and accuracy, communicating with management to accurately report daily sales data.
• Process all credit card and cash transactions for COD customers.
• Accurately maintain petty cash at the assigned location including making correct change, keeping an accurate balance and record of transactions and reconciling daily.
• Maintains daily housekeeping duties for scale house and scale including keeping scale clean and performing maintenance.
• Report any problems to the Foreperson, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources.
• Other duties as assigned.  

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Any requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Prior experience in the aggregates production industry preferred.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain valid driver’s license that meets state requirements.

• Regular, on-time and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary. 
• Must be able to travel as required.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge in operating heavy equipment and able to operate equipment in a safe efficient manner under a variety of working conditions.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations and construction sites.
• Maintain a knowledge of aggregate sizes, classifications, weight requirements for loads and other required information to successfully execute proper scaling.
• Must be able to utilize internet, communicate effectively and be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software
• Ability to perform basic mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction and multiplication.
• Able to work independently with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks.
• Must display