Pit Loader Operator

About the Role

The operator will embrace Rogers Group’s safety culture, operate a front‑end loader to move shot rock, crushed stone or overburden, maintain a steady feed to the plant while minimizing downtime, conduct pre‑shift equipment inspections, and assist with haul‑road and stockpile maintenance. • Operate a front‑end loader to load shot rock, crushed stone, or overburden safely and efficiently. • Maintain a consistent feed to the plant/crusher while minimizing downtime and spillage. • Perform daily pre‑shift equipment inspections and report mechanical issues. • Assist with haul road, loading area, and stockpile maintenance to ensure safe traffic flow. • Communicate with plant operators, haul‑truck drivers, and pit personnel via radios and hand signals. • Perform plant maintenance and cleanup tasks as needed. • Provide additional support tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸loader operation
• ▸feed management
• ▸equipment inspection
• ▸road maintenance
• ▸plant maintenance
• ▸radio communication

What You Bring

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or GED, possess basic mechanical knowledge, demonstrate a strong safety focus, and be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions while lifting up to 50 lb. Reliable attendance, flexibility for overtime and weekend work, and a willingness to cross‑train are required, as is passing a pre‑employment drug screen. • High School Diploma or GED. • General mechanical knowledge. • Strong commitment to safe working conditions. • Ability to work outdoors in all weather and lift/move up to 50 lb. • Reliable attendance and flexibility for overtime, weekends, or shift changes. • Self‑starter capable of working without close supervision. • Prior mining or quarry experience preferred. • Willingness to cross‑train and assist in other areas. • Pass pre‑employment drug screening.

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸mechanical
• ▸safety
• ▸outdoor
• ▸flexibility
• ▸cross‑train

Benefits

The position is full‑time on the second shift with weekly pay, and higher starting wages may be offered to experienced candidates. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, paid holidays, and vacation after a 180‑day probationary period. • Competitive weekly pay with higher starting rates for experienced hires. • Health, dental, and vision insurance. • Group insurance options with HSA contributions. • Company‑paid life, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. • 401(k) retirement plan with company match. • Paid holidays and vacation days after 180‑day probation. • Annual performance‑based merit increases. • Career growth and advancement opportunities. • Safety equipment and a drug‑free work environment.

Work Environment

Field