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Position Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient pre-operation inspection, operation, and post-operation inspection of haul trucks, water trucks, skid steers, backhoes, dredges, portable plant equipment, and other assigned machinery. This role supports the excavation, hauling, processing, and stockpiling of soil, rock, and aggregate materials. Operators play a critical part in maintaining production targets, promoting a strong safety culture, and supporting plant housekeeping and maintenance efforts.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities (Essential Functions)

• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of assigned equipment and report any issues or concerns immediately.
• Safely operate haul trucks, water trucks, skid steers, backhoes, dredges, portable plant equipment, and other heavy machinery as assigned.
• Support plant operations through material handling, stockpiling, feeding crushers/screens, and loading/unloading as needed.
• Complete housekeeping assignments, including cleanup and debris removal to maintain safe and efficient work areas (“Ground Man” duties).
• Assist in servicing and performing minor maintenance on plant equipment and mobile equipment.
• Conduct area safety audits and promptly report any hazards or unsafe conditions.
• Operate equipment in varying terrain, including slopes, rough, and uneven ground.
• Responsible for completing area audits.
• Always maintains work area and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Responsible for abiding by and supporting all company and plant safety policies, rules and procedures as well as M.S.H.A regulations.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by the business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required.
Educational Skills and Experience
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.

Required Skills and Abilities
• Strong working knowledge of heavy equipment operation practices in mining or aggregates settings.
• Good mechanical aptitude with ability to perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with the ability to supervise own work with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to working safely in a fast-paced, high-risk environment.
• Basic recordkeeping skills for equipment inspections and logs.

Education & Experience
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• One (1) or more years of experience operating heavy mobile equipment (e.g., haul trucks, water trucks, loaders, excavators) strongly preferred.
• Previous aggregates, mining, construction, or quarry experience a plus.
• Familiarity with MSHA safety standards preferred.

Other Qualifications
• Ability to travel occasionally (including overnight stays) up to one (1) week at a time if business needs require.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and varying shifts as needed to meet production demands.
• Must successfully complete required safety training and demonstrate proficiency in safe equipment operation.

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 position, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical equipment and large mobile machinery. The role involves regular exposure to outdoor elements, including extreme seasonal temperatures, humid conditions, dry and dusty environments, and varying weather. Employees may frequently work at heights and traverse rough, uneven, or sloped terrain. Occasional exposure to chemicals, solvents, fumes, acids, grease, and fuels may occur. Work may also be performed in confined or restricted spaces. The noise level in the work environment is typically loud, requiring the consistent use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection, hard hats, and safety glasses.

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.

• Ability to perform job task assignments 8 to 12 hours per day, 5 days a week and occasional weekends.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. ground to shoulder height and up to 75lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to mount and dismount mobile equipment via ladders, stairs, and grab irons.
• Ability to operate heavy mining equipment and aggregate production equipment on rough terrain while seated for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work around and on water for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to manipulate equipment controls including steering wheels, joysticks, levers, and switches.
• Ability to work safely in and around other mobile equipment in often-congested areas in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use/wear personal protective equipment, respirators, hearing protection, gloves, protective eyewear, hardhats, protective clothing, and industrial footwear.
• Ability to hear and discriminate between sounds to be aware of surroundings.
• Ability to have full range of motion for all extremities/spine.
• Frequent and prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, twisting, reaching, and grasping for periods extending up to 12 hours.
• Ability to work on stairs, ladders, raised platforms and flat surfaces at varying heights.
• Ability to shovel spilled aggregate material, mud, and rock for up to 12 hours with breaks.•

Who We Are

Capitol Aggregates, a division of Zachry, stands on a rich tradition of creativity, stability, innovation, and experience in the construction and building materials industry. Fully understanding that Capitol's employees are the heart of our success, we foster a dynamic work environment by providing development opportunities such as training, education, and career advancement.

We believe people are our greatest asset and offer a variety of training and development opportunities to promote excellence and facilitate career advancement. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Our Core Values guide everything we do:

Every Person Matters | Together We Can Do Great Things | This Is More Than a Job

Position Overview

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient inspection, operation, and basic servicing of heavy mobile and plant equipment in support of aggregate production. This role supports excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling, and housekeeping activities while helping maintain production targets and a strong safety culture.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as haul trucks, water trucks, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, dredges, and portable plant equipment.
• Perform required pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and promptly report issues.
• Support plant operations through material handling, feeding crushers/screens, stockpiling, and loading activities.
• Complete housekeeping and ground support duties to maintain safe, efficient work areas.
• Assist with basic servicing, minor maintenance, and area safety audits.
• Follow all company, plant, and MSHA safety policies and procedures.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by the business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required.

What You'll Bring

Required Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of heavy equipment operation in mining, aggregates, or construction environments.
• Good mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify basic equipment issues.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to working safely in a fast-paced, high-risk environment.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• One or more years of experience operating heavy mobile equipment strongly preferred.
• Prior aggregates, mining, quarry, or construction experience preferred.
• Familiarity with MSHA safety standards preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and varying shifts to meet production demands.
• Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight stays, as business needs require.
• Successful completion of required safety training and demonstrated proficiency in safe equipment operation.

Benefits & Equal Opportunity

Capitol Aggregates offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Capitol Aggregates Inc. (Capitol) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Capitol, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Capitol mailing address or email address, directly to Capitol employees, or to Capitol's resume database, will be considered Capitol property. Capitol will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Capitol will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Capitol's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Capitol will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Capitol's Human Resources Representative or their designee. No other Capitol employee is authorized to bind Capitol to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an Agency.