Loader/ Equipment Operator

Sundre Sand & Gravel is a family owned business that has been in the sand & gravel business for 50+ years.  Are you looking to work for a company that creates a good working culture in a fast paced business with the opportunity for growth?   Sundre will train you if you are new to the industry and are looking for a change.  We are looking for employees that will help build Sundre for the future and in turn, create a long working career for you.  

The primary functions of the operator include but are not limited to being responsible for the safe and efficient operation of, heavy equipment (Loader, Dozers, Skid Steer, and various other similar equipment) along with being able to work around mobile aggregate mining and crushing equipment and effectively monitor all equipment under his/her control.

Benefits:

• Health insurance paid 100% for single coverage for employee 


• Simple IRA Plan- available after 1 year- Sundre will match up to 3%


• Other supplemental insurances available at employee's cost.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions: 

• Regular, reliable attendance/punctuality at the worksite or assigned work location.


• Follow all safety and environmental rules, regulations and procedures as set forth by company policies and MSHA.


• Follow all company policies and local, state and federal regulations for safe working procedures.


• Ability and knowledge to operate and monitor equipment in a safe and efficient manner.


• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and pre-shift inspections; repair and/or clean equipment as needed.


• Responsible for overall housekeeping including plant, equipment, and site.


• Ability to comprehend and complete all needed paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.


• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.

Position Requirement

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


• Good safety, behavior and attendance record.


• Ability to work out of town for multiple days.


• The selected candidate will be required to work collectively in a team environment with other co-workers and managers.


• Willingness to do other work as needed, including heavy labor.


• Willingness to work outside in all weather extremes.


• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including swing shift, graveyard shift, over time and weekends/holidays as required.


• Ability to work near, around or on light or heavy equipment.

Physical Requirements: 

• Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 75 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently.


• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders.


• Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects.


• Ability to use vibration producing tools frequently.


• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.


• Ability to repeatedly reach, squat and tolerate prolonged standing/walking/sitting.


• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces.

Required experience:

• Front-End Loader: 1 year


• Heavy Equipment Operator: 2 years

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.