Dredging Operator Jobs Near Me

The Olen Corporation and Area Aggregates, one of the largest construction aggregates producers in the Midwest, has been a leader in the industry for over 50 years. With multiple locations serving Central, Northeast, and Northwest Ohio, Olen is dedicated to providing top-quality aggregate products, including natural sand, gravel, and limestone, to a diverse range of customers. As an ODOT 1069 prequalified aggregates supplier, Olen sets the standard for quality and service in the industry. Producing over 8 million tons of construction materials each year, Olen is a top thirty-five national producer of quality construction aggregates. Since 1986, Olen has partnered with Kokosing to be one of their top suppliers of construction materials. Committed to excellence, Olen is focused on delivering exceptional customer service while being responsible stewards of the environment and respectful neighbors in the communities we serve.
Job Description:

• Responsible for all maintenance of equipment at an aggregate facility as directed by supervision and for the coordination of the activities relating to safety, maintenance and production of the dredging operation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensure all safety guidelines are followed
• Inspect, clean, and perform repairs on mechanical equipment related to the dredging operations including conveyors, screens, and crushers
• Observe operation of equipment to detect malfunction and informs supervisor when malfunction occurs.
• Maintain the processing equipment within the general guidelines for each piece of processing machinery as directed
• Record and maintains accurate maintenance records and forms
• Responsible for the inspection and maintenance of conveyor, screen, and crusher
• Responsible for greasing, lubrication and general repair of equipment including welding
• Operates heavy machinery including a bobcat

Education and Experience:

• Experience with operating procedures of multiple types of equipment
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have basic knowledge of proper operating procedures of multiple types of equipment
• Must be capable of operating the assigned machine and any other related equipment in a safe manner must be able to do a competent inspection of the equipment.
• Must be able to apply and retain information provided in crew meetings.
• Must be able to understand directions/instructions on methods/process to do work
• Must be able to maintain high level of awareness for a busy project work environment

Benefits:
Olen offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life insurance paid time off and a 401K plan.
Olen offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401K plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.
Olen is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.