Job Title:
Equipment Operator - Haul Truck Driver

Company: Kokosing Construction Co., Inc.

Location: Wooster, OH

Created: 2024-04-25

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Description Kokosing is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Located in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic Regions, Kokosing's services include the construction of highways/bridges, industrial facilities/factories, data centers, marine, solar, advanced industrial, pipeline, and water/wastewater facilities, along with asphalt/concrete pavement and underground utilities. For over 70 years, our family-owned company has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $1.2 billion (and growing) in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team. Summary: * Operate a variety of equipment at an aggregate facility as directed by supervision. * Operate mine related trucks in a safe and efficient manner in a variety of different project situations for the Upper Sandusky Plant. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: * Operate haul truck and water truck * Load/dump material correctly and efficiently * Keep ground watered to control dust at plant * Ensure all safety guidelines are followed * Operate track excavators, back hoes, dozers, loaders, rollers, forklifts, and other pieces of equipment. * 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. * Perform other routine duties as directed by Foreman. Education and Experience: * Experience with operating procedures of multiple types of trucks * 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 safely and efficiently maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions * Must be able to back trucks and trailers safely and proficiently * Must be capable of operating the assigned truck in a safe manner so as not to jeopardize his safety, the safety of others around him and all other related equipment * Must be able to drive a truck with a clutch * Must be able to climb stairs or ladders to access in and out of truck * Must be able to strap and secure items loaded on truck * Must be able to maintain high level of awareness for a busy project work environment * Must be able to stoop and bend as required * Must be able to maintain physical strength and stamina * Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds * Must be able to coordinate the movements of eyes, hands, and feet * Must be able to use arms, hands, and legs fully * Must be able to maintain three points of contact while entering, exiting, or inspecting equipment * Must be able to sit for long periods in equipment while traveling over rough terrain * Must be able to do a competent inspection of the truck including fluids * Must be able to