Night-time Dredge Operator - Porter, United States - Hallett Materials

Description

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Company Overview

As part of The Rasmussen Group, Hallett Materials has proudly provided Concrete Sand, Gravel and Construction Sand for Houston and the Surrounding Areas.

Hallett Materials provides the highest quality materials that are available.

The design of our plants is to ensure quick pit turnaround time so that drivers can get in, load, scale and out quickly back to the job site.

Position Overview

This position will be responsible for the safe operation of the dredge to remove sand, gravel, or other materials to excavate and maintain the dredge system.

This position will be during overnight hours.


Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Become familiar with assigned equipment and recognize potential maintenance problems by sight and sound and inform supervisory personnel.
• Carry out minor repairs and adjustments.
• Adhere to and follow all safety rules and regulations of MSHA and Hallett Materials.
• Conduct daily safety assignments (area inspections, pre and post shift, etc).
• Make sure dredge has an adequate supply of tools, fire extinguishers, first aid supplies and safety equipment.
• Be able to operator under training from lead man, loader operator, and supervisor for running a smooth and safe production.
• Operate controls and levers to hoist, drag and swing, cutter head for efficient productivity from banks of the pond.
• At times welding may have to be performed to combat breakdowns.
• Communicate regularly with plant supervisor to ensure all processes are proceeding according to appropriate standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits Offered

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

• Accrual Based PTO

• Start earning PTO on your first day
• Paid Holidays

Requirements:


Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.


Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• One to two years related experience and/or training.
• Bilingual, a plus.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving and can use such tools properly and safely.
• Ability to read, write, and accurately perform basic mathematical functions including adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must possess knowledge of Company policies and procedures, including safety.
• Must consistently produce and efficient, accurate work product.

Work Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years in age or older.
• Must have a current and valid driver's license.
• Must pass postoffer employment drug testing, medical exams, and physical agilities testing.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist coworkers and/or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.

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.

• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• Able to stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, talk and hear.
• Able to use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must have the strength, mobility, agility, and balance to ascend access ladders and steps, and to maneuver on equipment and vehicles without assistance.
• Must be able to exert up to 1020 lbs constantly to move objects, 2550 lbs of force frequently and lbs of force occasionally.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or hu