Yard Operator

Job Description

Yard Operator

Job Description

Department: Quarry Production

Reports to: Plant Manager & Assistant Plant Manager

Effective Date: 03/25/2025

Job Summary:

The Yard Operator is primarily responsible for the safe and proper handling, loading of over-the-road trucks and railcars, and storage of aggregate materials; and for the proper care and maintenance of plant equipment; and for general housekeeping of plant property and premises.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Does not have any direct reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently operate a loader to lift, transport, and load bulk aggregate materials to and from various areas of the plant property.
• Perform and document daily equipment inspections of the loader.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance of the loader.
• Keep the loader clean both inside and outside.
• Operate the conveyor to deliver required aggregate materials into appropriate storage bins or hoppers, maintaining appropriate fill levels.
• Maintain fixed equipment associated with aggregate material handling.
• Verify by visual inspection the amount of aggregate materials stored on the plant premises and ensure that adequate supply is maintained.
• Assist with or perform plant maintenance and service as requested by the Plant Manager.
• Monitor and report mechanical problems associated with plant equipment to the Plant Manager.
• Maintain the bulk material stockpiles.
• Assist with and perform other reasonable tasks around the general plant and yard facilities related to maintenance as requested by Plant Manager.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Good work attendance
• Ability to work safely in a team environment

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED

• Valid Driver's license required

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, and/or toting up to 50 Lbs.
• Must be able to bend/stoop, squat/crouch, push/pull, climb, kneel, and twist.
• Must be able to work both inside and outside, in the heat and cold, and around moving equipment.
• Must be able to climb into and out of the loader several times a day.
• Must be able to manipulate all loader controls safely and accurately by pushing, pulling, squeezing, and turning levers, knobs, buttons, and wheels.