Loader Operator
H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team. Pre-employment drug testing (EOE) Great Benefits offered! Loader Operator US-PA-Bethlehem Job ID: Category: Contracting Rahns Construction Material Co. - Bethlehem Overview Rahns Construction Materials, Inc. is looking for the ideal Plant Operator to provide smooth operator of plant equipment. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, professional, and experienced with plant operation and maintenance. Experience with a 320 Wheel loader is preferred but training is available for a conscientious, safety minded individual willing to learn. Must be willing to do outside labor tasks at our plant locations. Responsibilities Essential Abilities, Duties, and Responsibilities: Follows company safety policies and OSHA policies. Perform pre and post trip of equipment every day and fill out daily inspection sheets. Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel/moves joysticks to operate loader. Moves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front end loader forward to force bucket into finished product. Moves levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled and dumps material into plant bins or dump trucks. Provide excellent support to our batch plant manager, while performing all outside duties at our plant location. Maintains haul roads that are smooth and safe. Keep stockpiles properly pushed up and maintained. Ensure product is consistent and loaded into the correct bins. Performs routine maintenance on loader and plant apparatus, such as lubricating and cleaning. Perform all work following company policies and procedures. Qualifications Required Skills, Education, and Experience High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) OR one month of related experience and/or training Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered Basic mechanical abilities Verbal and written communication skills Leadership and teamwork skills Self-motivated and organized Safety-focused Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job) Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience 3 months of related experience and/or training Experience with equipment maintenance Experience with loader operations Experience with Q329 caterpillar trackhoe and LT105 portable crusher MSHA or other relevant safety certifications Physical Demands Regularly required to Sit Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Reach with hands and arms Frequently required to talk and hear Occasionally required to Stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Specific vision abilities including Distance Peripheral Depth perception Work Environment Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions Frequently exposed to Moving mechanical parts Vibrations Fumes or airborne particles Noise level is usually loud About Rahns Construction Material Company Rahns has a long and proud heritage as one of Pennsylvania's largest concrete suppliers. We have 8 stationary plants in various areas of southeast Pennsylvania. The areas are as follows Rahns, Chalfont, Coopersburg, Pottstown, Reading, Virginville, Bethlehem, and Easton. We also have 3 portable plants available for specific larger projects. Rahns is a great place to grow! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the Rahns Construction Material family! Thank you for your interest in employment with Rahns Construction Material Company. At Rahns Construction Material Company, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that Rahns strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference. Rahns Construction Material Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team. Pre-employment drug testing (EOE) Pre-employment Physical 100% Company-paid Health Benefits! Qualifications Required Skills, Education, and Experience High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) OR one month of related experience and/or training Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered Basic mechanical abilities Verbal and written communication skills Leadership and teamwork skills Self-motivated and organized Safety-focused Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job) Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience 3 months of related experience and/or training Experience with equipment maintenance Experience with loader operations Experience with Q329 caterpillar trackhoe and LT105 portable crusher MSHA or other relevant safety certifications Physical Demands Regularly required to Sit Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Reach with hands and arms Frequently required to talk and hear Occasionally required to Stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Specific vision abilities including Distance Peripheral Depth perception Work Environment Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions Frequently exposed to Moving mechanical parts Vibrations Fumes or airborne particles Noise level is usually loud About Rahns Construction Material Company Rahns has a long and proud heritage as one of Pennsylvania's largest concrete suppliers. We have 8 stationary plants in various areas of southeast Pennsylvania. The areas are as follows Rahns, Chalfont, Coopersburg, Pottstown, Reading, Virginville, Bethlehem, and Easton. We also have 3 portable plants available for specific larger projects. Rahns is a great place to grow! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the Rahns Construction Material family! Thank you for your interest in employment with Rahns Construction Material Company. At Rahns Construction Material Company, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that Rahns strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference. Rahns Construction Material Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team. Pre-employment drug testing (EOE) Pre-employment Physical 100% Company-paid Health Benefits! Compensation details: 26-30 Hourly Wage PI78bb439faa0c-9954
