Equipment Operator

 
 

Job ID:  492600

 

The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

 

Position Overview

The equipment operator will safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to Frontend Loader and Skid Steer Loader. They may also be responsible for other duties on tow boats as well as general laboring duties at the Price Inland Facility as well as other locations as required.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the boat pilot, supervisor or operations manager with the daily operations and upkeep of the boat or asphalt facility.
• Ability to maintain and safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to Frontend Loader and Skid Steer Loader.
• Clean and sweep barges.
• Other miscellaneous duties include but are not limited to; general labor, shoveling, performing necessary equipment maintenance, assisting foreperson and/or crew members as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment which includes all equipment.
• May perform welding and fabrication duties as required.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctions and respond accordingly.
• Ability to follow directions. 
• Responsible for any documentation that is required to be completed, including maintenance and safety documentation.
• General understanding of OSHA & MSHA regulations.

 

Other Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to The Shelly Company Manual of Safety Practices & Procedures.
• Strict adherence to The Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the book of company policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. 
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position: Coveralls, Fall Protection, Gloves, Welding Gloves, Hard Hat, Hearing Protection, Padlocks for Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Safety Glasses, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, Welding Aprons, Welding Helmet, Welding Shield

 

Qualifications

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and abilities.

 

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Must have 2 years of deck hand experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.

 

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform basic mathematical skills.

     

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb or balance at heights up to 60 feet from ground level.

 

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance.

 

Work Environment