The Quarry Equipment Operator operates all types of mobile and auxiliary equipment to load and move rock or other materials.

At CalPortland, were proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources -- our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.

• All regular full-time hourly employees may enroll in medical, dental and vision plans on the 1st of the month following 60 days. Other employer paid benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program. In addition, the company has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from voluntary life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Employees receive 5 days sick pay after 90 calendar days, 10 paid holidays after 90 calendar days, and paid vacation in January based on hours worked in the previous year. In addition, there are paid jury duty and bereavement leave benefits.
• Employees are eligible to enroll in our 401k plan upon employment andwill receive 12% employer contribution into 401k plan upon employment.

Schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:30pm - 1:30am, 10 hours per day. Occasional overtime is required. $33.99 per hour qualified rate; $31.99 per hour training rate until considered qualified, plus shift pay premium of $0.70 per hour.

• Operate various equipment including water trucks, front-end loaders, tractors, dozers, Caterpillar tractors, grade-alls, bobcats, rock trucks, hammer mill and all other types of equipment to load trucks, move rock and other materials; pile stock, load hoppers, water, grade, scrape, push, clear and store materials
• Responsible for routinely checking operable condition of equipment to insure equipment is operating properly; correct before operating such items as tire inflation, brakes, oil and air pressure and fuel, oil and water levels; greases and lubricants; immediately report any operating or mechanical malfunction requiring major overhaul or repair; make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and accessories; may assist mechanics in the repair of equipment in the field as required
• Direct truck drivers so that trucks can be properly positioned to receive material; build, scrape, level, grade and maintain roads as required
• May be required to perform hand shoveling, sweeping, etc. to move rock and other materials and to insure proper maintenance of equipment and work area
• Complete pre-trip inspection checklists, operating reports, repair requests and other paperwork as required; maintain equipment and work areas in a safe and clean condition
• Performclean up duties in all areas of the facility
• Other functions as assigned

High school diploma/GED. Trade school or college coursework preferred, or equivalent work experience. Valid driver's license.

• Must have at least 5 years heavy equipment operating experience, including tractors, dozers, frontend loaders, water trucks, rock trucks, etc.
• Knowledge and experience with basic maintenance and mechanics of various equipment.
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 10hours).
• Ability to walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground).
• Must be physically ableto climb up and down on equipment regularly.
• Must be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work in surroundings that include heat, dust, vibration, heights and confined spaces.
• Must be able to walk long distances, climb ladders, stairs, and stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spaces.
• Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings.
• Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions.
• Will have exposure to noise, some levels that requireuse of hearing protection.
• Exposure to cement, clay, limestone and various chemicals
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and take direction in English.
• Ability to accurately interpret written instructions daily.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a cement manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with crushing and screening systems.
• Preferred knowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of cement.

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

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