Grader, Bulldozer, and Scraper Operator jobs in Lubbock, TX

R.K. Hall, LLC

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator, Motor Grader

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DIVISION: Heavy Highway DATE PREPARED: May 2009

SUPERVISOR: Superintendent / Foreman REVISED: May 2022

FLSA: Full Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

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SUMMARY

Ensures safe, efficient, and proper operation of various pieces of heavy equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The criteria for evaluation in this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to operate motor grader efficiently and safely to TXDOT specifications.
• Be familiar with and incorporate information derived from the manuals for the individual equipment being operated.
• Be familiar with the equipment and vehicle condition report.
• Communicate with Project Manager/Foreperson as to the daily job specifications; operate the equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Perform daily pre-start up procedures; i.e. note the service due date, check fluid levels and make sure the equipment to be used is in good running order, complete vehicle condition report, etc.
• Discuss with supervisor the anticipated production, type of materials being moved, number of trucks, etc.
• Be aware of other equipment working on the project and coordinate to work with the other equipment.
• When possible, leave the equipment in a place that is readily accessible to the Equipment Mover.
• Keep equipment clean. Wiping down equipment not only promotes positive public image, but enables the operator to inspect the equipment close range.
• Ability to follow directions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site in proper attire and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the policies, Programs & Procedures Manual.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Individuals wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas as required by OSHA and/or MSHA and company policy. Protective equipment that may be required for this position includes, but is not limited to: Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, High Visibility Safety Apparel, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Respiratory Protection, Safety (hard toe) boots

QUALIFICATION 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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations, using some combination of skills and abilities.

RK Hall, LLC conducts post-conditional offer background check, fitness for duty evaluation, and pre-employment drug testing.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Less than high school education; or up to six months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to communicate sufficiently to be able to convey and exchange ideas and to give and to receive detailed verbal instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This position requires an employee to lift:

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

BENEFITS

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

401(k) plan

COMPANY INFORMATION

RK Hall, LLC is an integrated asphalt paving, construction, aggregates, and ready-mix concrete company based in Paris, Texas. RK Hall operates multiple asphalt plants, ready mix concrete plants, quarries and sand and gravel operations in Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

RK Hall, LLC is an operating company of Summit Materials. Summit Materials was formed to acquire and grow heavy-side building materials companies in the aggregates, ready-mix concrete, cement, asphalt paving, and construction industries. Summit is committed to creating value, providing access to growth capital, implementing best practices, and offering a safe place to work while striving to exceed our environmental and social responsibilities. Since Summit's formation, the company has completed more than 35 acquisitions forming 11 platform companies spanning 17 states and Western Canada

EEO STATEMENT

RK Hall, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.