Heavy Equipment Operator - Burlington, IA

 

 

Job ID:  506313

 

Cessford Construction Company, a CRH company, is a supplier of construction materials servicing Central Iowa, Southeast Iowa and West Central Illinois. Those materials include hot mix asphalt, crushed limestone, sand and gravel and ready mix concrete. With multiple locations, Cessford offers a variety of employment opportunities for people throughout Iowa and Western Illinois.

 

 

Position Overview

The Quarry Equipment Operator is responsible for operating a variety of equipment for rock crushing operations.  The career field for “Quarry Equipment Operator” includes, but may not be limited to, the following equipment: Front End Loader, Articulating Haul Truck, Skid Loader, Crushing Plant, Plant Maintenance, Plant Teardown/Setup. This position will require travel from Southeast Iowa to Central Iowa IE: Donnellson, Farmington, West Point, Danville, Mediapolis, Burlington, and to Le Grand, IA. 

 

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.
• Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor. 
• Perform daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Assist in training less-experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing, and repair of equipment to further their abilities.
• Other duties as may be 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Experience preferred but not required. Willing to train the right candidate who is looking to learn.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environ