Equipment Operator - Parker Ford, PA at Oldcastle APG Inc in Parker Ford, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Job ID: 504145

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer's signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.

Job Summary

The Front End Loader Operator is responsible for but not limited to general housekeeping, filling and maintaining aggregate bins, stacking product, loading and unloading product following established policies and procedures. This role involves operating a straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage/aggregate piles to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate from an established and well-known procedure under minimum supervision performing duties independently with only general direction given


• Operate a straight or articulated rubber-tire tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage/aggregate piles or bins to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes


• Start engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel to operate front end loader


• Moves levers to lower and lift bucket and drive front end loader forward to force bucket into bulk material


• Perform pre-and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy. Complete Equipment Inspection Report/Checklist as necessary and report any necessary repairs to supervisor as needed


• Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as adding air to tires, lubricating, fueling, and cleaning


• Perform all work in a safe manner complying with all plant policies at all times


• Retrieve inventory from storage bins


• Restock raw materials inventory


• Loading and unloading of product


• Lift up to 50+ pounds


• Must be able to maintain punctuality and regular attendance must be able to work overtime as required

Job Requirements

• Must be able to meet certification requirements for Front End Loader Operators


• Ability to operate heavy equipment


• Must understand and follow directions in English as required by safety and job performance standards


• Must be able to read and write in English


• Must have the ability to operate the Front End Loader safely following established policies and procedures


• Must be capable of performing pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections on equipment and ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment


• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water level


• Must be dependable and able to maintain good attendance


• Must have the ability to work overtime including Saturdays as required

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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