Ready Mix Plant Loader Operator

2 days ago


Orange, Texas, United States Martin Marietta Full time
Job Summary

The Loader Operator position at Martin Marietta is a critical role that requires a high level of skill and attention to detail. As a Loader Operator, you will be responsible for safely operating a front-end loader to transfer material from the yard to storage bins, maintaining stockpile areas, and servicing the loader. This role is a key part of our production team and requires strong communication and teamwork skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate a front-end loader to transfer material from the yard to storage bins
  • Maintain stockpile areas and service the loader
  • Sign and maintain raw material delivery tickets
  • Confirm receipt of materials before signing tickets
  • Perform daily preventative maintenance on the loader, including tire pressure, oil, grease, and diesel fuel checks
  • Record daily maintenance activities
  • Conduct daily pre and post-trip inspections on the loader and plant
  • Assist in maintaining the plant yard area for environmental compliance
  • Assist in the inventory process
  • Report any problems to maintenance personnel and management
  • Demonstrate good knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures
  • Perform preventative maintenance on conveyor belts and other plant equipment
  • Assist the Batch Plant Operator and Master Maintenance Mechanic with other duties as needed
  • Clean the area around aggregate charging hoppers, load points, and assist in cleaning the plant and yard
  • Prepare and maintain an area for waste concrete to produce good reusable base material
  • Demonstrate a good working knowledge of Company Rules and Regulations, and assure facility compliance with OSHA, DOT, TNRCC, EPA, and other regulatory agencies
  • Assist with training of co-workers as needed
  • Required to follow all safety policies and procedures, wear PPE, and promote a 24/7 Safe Culture
  • Perform other duties as required by Production Coordinator
  • Able to cross-train in areas not limited to but including batch operators, driving mixer & heavy equipment
  • Must be physically capable to climb on and under conveyor belts and work in high places
  • Must be able to use hand tools and grease gun to perform all phases of loader maintenance
  • Flexible attitude engaged in team goals
  • Ability to drive long distances to various locations
  • Must be willing to cross-train throughout plant operations
Preferred Experience/Education
  • Six months of experience in operation and maintenance of a front-end loader
  • Ready-Mix operation knowledge
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged sitting/standing, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, push and pull objects
  • Lift objects of various dimension and weights
  • Ability to operate hand controls with both hands
  • Ability to operate foot controls with both feet
  • Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather
  • Ability to work in cramped quarters
  • Ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels
  • Ability to tolerate working at heights up to 100 feet
  • Climb in and out of loader minimum 30 times per day, climb to 10 feet to clean loader, walk on uneven ground minimum 30 times per day up to 100 yards
  • Climb conveyor system 10 times per day, climb to 200" to clean and maintain
  • Read delivery tickets, maps, etc.
  • Use needed solvents to scrub and wash loader daily, climb over and under loader to visually inspect same
  • Work in confined spaces under hood, and in framework to clean loader as needed
  • Use hand tools (wrenches, drill, etc.) to make minor repairs
  • Hear and see problem indicators that warrant attention/repairs
  • Shoveling, sweeping, picking up trash, painting and general cleanup of plant areas
  • D.O.T. physical required
Working Conditions

All time is spent in an outside setting that may require various periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc. Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, and Monday thru Friday and every other Saturday schedule.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

  • Medical
  • Prescription Drug
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Care Reimbursement Account
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • 401(k) with Company matching
  • Pension
  • Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability Options
  • Employee Life Insurance
  • Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Direct Deposit Payroll
  • Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
  • College Scholarship Program - for dependent children
  • Matching Gift Program
  • New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.



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