Dredge Equipment Operator - Grand Island, NE

 

 

Job ID:  520870

As a major supplier of aggregates in Nebraska since 1921, Central Sand and Gravel Company, A CRH Company, has a long history as a mainstay of construction and development projects throughout the state – even supplying aggregates for one of Nebraska’s very first concrete paving projects.  

 

Position Overview

Responsible for operating the dredge efficiently and effectively to always maximize production while maintaining a safe work environment.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate dredge to excavate sand and gravel from lake bottom.
• Conduct a complete pre- and post-shift safety inspection, ensuring all systems are functioning properly.
• Monitor density and flow meters to maintain maximum feed rate to the processing plant.
• Constant monitoring of controls, gauges, and depth meters to ensure optimal dredge operation.
• Visually monitor production area for changes in material quality.
• Maintain dredge availability to meet or exceed planned efficiency goals.
• Perform high levels of maintenance and servicing on dredge with little assistance.
• Raises and lowers the suction ladder of the dredge with electric or hydraulic hoist.
• Changes the location of the dredge in the lake with hydraulic or mechanical cable winches.
• Operates a work boat to and from the dredge.
• Communicate with plant operators when changes in feed rate or product quality occur.
• Communicate with plant management on all safety and maintenance needs
• Other duties as assigned.

 

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required and two years of related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license. 
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Report to work dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.  Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: safety vest, safety (hard toe) shoes, and safety glasses.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and complete necessary paperwork.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to operate power and hand tools and motorized equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to detect minor mechanical defects and perform minor repairs.
• Ability to operate a computer and software applications.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and perform tasks and duties without immediate supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and managers.

 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Employee is regularly required to sit, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms. 
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel or crouch, and talk. 
• Employee will be frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.

 

Work Environment

 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, typical seasonal cold and heat temperatures.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

 

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

What CRH Offers You

 

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

About CRH

 

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

 

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

 

Central Sand and Gravel Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

EOE/Vet/Disability

 

CRH is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.