AutoReqId: 19966BRPay Class: HourlyHourly Pay Rate: 22.50Department: ProductionLine of Business: AggregatesPosition Type: Full-TimeJob Posting:Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Scaler Operator for our Torrance facility located in Torrance, PA .Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of $2,000 paid out in 2 installments (each installment paid at: 6 months and 1 year).MILITARY VETERANS: HEIDELBERG MATERIALS WANTS YOU!Here at Heidelberg Materials, we recognize how military experience can successfully translate into the civilian workforce and we are committed to giving veterans opportunities.What You'll Get To DoAre you looking for a long-term position with a stable company? Do you enjoy working with your hands and with large equipment? Heidelberg Materials is seeking a qualified Scaler Operator . This position will be responsible for operating a mechanical scaler removing loose limestone from pillars and the ceiling in our underground mine
Must be able to work safely and follow all federal and state laws and regulations as well as company and site-specific policies
Must be able and willing to work in an underground limestone mine environment with room heights of 27 feet tall and a year round temperature of 50-60 degrees
Must be able to safely and efficiently operate a mechanical scaler in a tight, underground environment
Must be able to conduct and document pre-operational safety inspections on assigned equipment
Must be able to visually evaluate roof and rib conditions
Communicate repair and safety issues to supervisor and/or mechanic
Available to work weekends and overtime as business demands dictate
Must be punctual and have reliable transportation to and from work
Must perform within the guidelines of federal, state and local regulatory agencies
Other job duties as assigned
What We Are Looking For
Individual with a strong safety attitude
Available to work 10-12 hr shifts and Saturdays during crushing season required
Ability to operate heavy equipment such as Gradall 5110 / 7320 and Fletcher 4250 mine scalers
Prefer high school diploma or general education (GED)
Prefer two years of heavy equipment experience
Underground mining operations and aggregate products experience is a plus
MSHA Part 48 training a plus but not required
Effective communication with mine foreman and management team.
Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment
We Offer:
Secure, long-term employment
Competitive wage and benefits package
Paid training and development
Opportunities for advancement
Overtime available
Weekly paycheck
Paid vacation and holidays
No search firms pleaseHeidelberg Materials is a Drug Free WorkplaceEmployer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled