Quarry - Front End Loader Operator

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Well established aggregate provider who owns two (2) hard rock quarries in Fremont County, Colorado, has immediate opening for a full time, experienced Equipment Operator/Front End Loader Operator.

SUMMARY The Quarry Equipment Operator will primarily be operating a front-end loader and will be responsible for feeding material to the crushing plant, loading material in customer’s trucks and trailers, stockpiling material and sorting material. Proficient at throwing-off material in a high-wall operation is a plus. Being able to proficiently operate a Dozer, Excavator and Grader are added levels of experience that are preferred. General work around the quarry and performing other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS Qualified candidates must have minimum of 2 years’ operating experience in running a front-end loader, to include: Cat 980G/H/M, Cat 988H, Cat 992G or comparable size range, in a hard rock quarry or mining environment. Operate all equipment in a safe and productive manner. Be able to work well with others in a TEAM environment. Have past experience with weigh scales in front-end loaders. Past Dozer and/or Excavator operating experience in a mining/hard rock quarry operation is a plus. Pre-employment process, to include; background check, MVR, drug screen and physical will be required. Previous and/or current MSHA safety training is also a plus, and a valid driver’s license is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Operate loader is a safe and efficient manner • Must have good depth perception and coordination to operate controls • Perform pre and post-inspection checks on equipment. • Communicate with onsite foreman of daily work requirements. • Follow designated routes adhering to safety policies and procedures in place. • Move raw aggregate material from quarry to crushing system. • Transport materials throughout quarry into piles, trucks or crushers. • Keep updated logs of completed work. • Identify and communicate workplace hazards while adhering to safety policies. • Complete daily pre-operational checks and basic maintenance on the equipment. • Identify and resolve basic mechanical equipment issues • Other duties assigned. • Ability to work independently, without direct supervision • Willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays/nights • Ability to work and communicate well with Supervisors, Truck Drivers, Heavy Equipment Operators and other employees • Ability to conform to and maintain MSHA, OSHA, DOT and all other company policies or governmental state rules and regulations

BENEFITS • Competitive salary • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Disability Insurance (Voluntary) • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Life Insurance • PTO (Vacation) • 401K Plan with Company contribution

Qualified candidates should email a current and updated resume for immediate consideration to: [email protected] OR

Mail your resume to: Tezak Heavy Equipment Attn: Quarry Loader Operator | 205 Tunnel Drive | Canon City, CO 81212

AA/EOE: To build a diverse workforce, Tezak Heavy Equipment welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or religion or other legally protected status.