Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice/Construction Laborer

Do you have aspirations of learning to operate heavy equipment? We are seeking construction laborers to join our team that have ambitions of becoming a heavy equipment operator. This position will be responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of rock crushing equipment that is used to crush rock into various sizes for construction and other uses. This position will cross-train to run heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, excavators, dozers to support the rock crushing operation. This position travels and follows our portable rock crushing plant, which is typically stationed in the Creswell, Salem or Silverton, Oregon area. This position requires someone that has a strong work ethic, is team oriented, is mechanically inclined and is eager to learn and advance within the company. 

COMPENSATION 

• Typical annual earnings $55,000-$75,000/yr.
• Typical hours per week: 6am-5pm Monday through Friday (55-60 hours per week). 
• Per diem: $40 per day when staying in a company paid hotel. 
• Generous benefits package including insurance, 401k with matching, paid time off and more. 

• Minimum age 18.
• Experience working in construction preferred.
• Experience running tractors, forklifts or other support equipment preferred. 
• Mechanically inclined with experience servicing vehicles etc.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that includes no more than 3 moving violations and/or chargeable accidents in the last 3 years and no DUIIs.
• Travel away from home (typically 5 days/week) is a required part of this position. We provide transportation from our headquarters in Springfield and hotel accommodations near the worksite.
• We submit candidates to a background check through the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to screen felony records as appropriate in compliance with federal government restrictions.
• We will administer a pre-employment drug test and physical. For safety reasons, we have a zero-tolerance drug policy, including marijuana use.
• Physical stamina with the ability to lift 50 pounds and work on feet for long hours.
• Wants to be a part of company with a culture that values doing the right thing, we before me, and inspiring what is possible.

• Resilient with the ability to overcome challenges and adapt to changing working conditions.
• Ability to work well in teams and independently.
• Eagerness to learn and seek opportunities for ongoing training and development.

• Assists in the safe and efficient operation of rock crushing equipment that is used to crush rock into various sizes for construction and other uses.
• Inspects and observes plant for equipment malfunctions and break downs.
• Performs daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.
• Performs repairs on rock crushing plant as needed.
• Assists in completing necessary equipment pre-operation inspections, workplace examinations and paperwork per company policy.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment (i.e., loaders, excavators, dozers.).
• Performs general housekeeping duties to continuously maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• All other duties necessary to satisfy job requirements

• Views safety as paramount and continually works with team members to maintain a safe operation.
• Properly follows all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.

• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Hotel When working on jobs requiring more than 1.5 hours one-way travel time, we arrange and pay 100 percent of hotel rooms.
• Paid Travel Time 
• Health Insurance We offer health insurance at a cost of $54/month for the employee portion of the basic plan. We also offer buy up plan options that have lower deductibles.
• Vision Insurance We pay 100% of employee premiums
• Dental Insurance We pay 25% of employee premiums
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employees are given the option to contribute a portion of their earnings, pre-tax, into a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). They can use the funds contributed to their account to pay for qualified medical or dependent care expenses that are not covered by insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance We offer a voluntary insurance program for Critical Illness, Accident Protection, Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) With this benefit program, employees and members of their household can receive free, confidential counseling services to help work through both personal and professional issues.
• 401k We match 100% of the first 3% of your salary that you contribute, and 50% of the amount that exceeds 3%, up to 5% of your annual earnings. In addition, ARI may make a profit-sharing contribution to your account at the end of the plan year.

ARI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or other bases prohibited by applicable law.

Department: Crushing & Quarries
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position