Job Location : Springdale,AR, USA
Job ID: 513998 APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. APAC-Central, Inc. and its founding companies have been serving our customers since early in the 20th Century and look forward to continued success in the 21st Century! *Check out this great opportunity* What we offer • Pay: $22.00-$26.00 an hour, depending on experience. • Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 for new hires • Comprehensive training provided • Opportunities for advancement within the company • Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork Key Responsibilities • Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment of diverse sizes and weights across various quarry and construction tasks. • Adhere strictly to all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations, ensuring a safe work environment. • Promptly report any equipment or operational issues to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager. • Execute daily tasks as directed by the Foreman, meeting project or jobsite expectations. • Perform routine servicing and minor maintenance on equipment; escalate major issues to supervisors as necessary. • Complete thorough pre- and post-operation inspections with proper documentation, maintaining compliance with company protocols. • Assist in mentoring and training less-experienced team members in equipment operation, servicing, and repair to enhance team capabilities. • Take on general labor duties as required to support overall operations. • Maintain regular, reliable attendance and promptness at assigned work times. • Fulfill additional duties assigned to meet evolving operational needs. Qualifications • Capability to perform all essential duties listed above with competence and professionalism. • High school diploma or GED preferred. • 1-3 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in heavy equipment operation. Work Requirements • Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently operate a broad range of equipment in varying conditions. • Proficiency in basic math, reading, and writing for accurate record-keeping and comprehension of construction documents and blueprints. • Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions with clarity. • Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, with strong interpersonal skills. • Capable of operating complex equipment with independent judgment and skill. • Minimum age of 18 years is required. • Successful completion of pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal background check is mandatory. • Strict observance of all safety requirements as detailed in the Employee Handbook. • Willingness to collaborate within a team and assist colleagues and supervisors as needed. • Flexible to travel and work away from home, including nights and weekends, as project demands arise. • Consistent use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shield, safety footwear, and coveralls in compliance with OSHA/MSHA and company guidelines. Knowledge and Skills • In-depth understanding of heavy equipment operation. • Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and tools. • Awareness of typical hazards and safety practices within heavy equipment operations and quarry environments. • Knowledge of trenching and shoring protocols and standards. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand, walk, manipulate controls, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, speak, and hear as job duties require. • May involve extended periods of sitting during equipment operation. • Vision (corrected as needed) must support close-up, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as focus adjustments. • Ability to climb ladders and work at heights. • Capability to lift and transport items up to 50 lbs. • Comfortable working outdoors and in all types of weather conditions. Work Environment • Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic substances. • Potential exposure to moving mechanical equipment, elevated work areas, outdoor environments, and electrical hazards. • Work areas may vary from moderately noisy to loud at times. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in quarry operations, leveraging advanced skills and a safety-first mindset to deliver outstanding results in a dynamic environment. What CRH Offers You