AutoReqId: 15362BR
Line Of Business: Aggregates
Department: Production
Primary Location: Lake Ariel-PA
Pay Class: Hourly
Job Posting:
The Role and the Company
Lehigh Hanson is North America’s leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready mix concrete, and asphalt. We have hundreds of plants and thousands of employees working across the United States and Canada. We are also part of Heidelberg Cement Group, one of the world’s largest building materials companies.
The Pit Loader Operator role is based in Lake Ariel, PA and reports directly to the Plant Manager.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO
Are you looking for a long term position with a stable company? Do you enjoy working with your hands and with large equipment? Lehigh Hanson is seeking a qualified Pit Load Operator . This position will be responsible for the operation of mining equipment and/or for operating quarry equipment.
Operate heavy equipment to maximize productivity and minimize wear and tear
Recognize and estimate weight when loading trucks and in stock piles
Perform manual labor in outdoors and all weather conditions
Conduct all pre and post shift inspections and maintenance on equipment and working environment
Work on the off shifts and weekends
Ensures compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Prefer high school diploma or general education (GED)
Prefer two years of heavy equipment experience
Open pit mining operations and aggregate products experience is a plus
MSHA training a plus
Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment
We offer :
Secure, long-term employment
Competitive wage and benefits package
Training and development
Opportunities for advancement
OT available
Lehigh Hanson is a drug free workplace.
Employer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
