Quarry Relief at Martin Marietta Materials in Midlothian, Texas

Job Description:

PURPOSE



Under the supervision of the Quarry Supervisor and the Quarry Assistant. Operates, lubricates, and helps maintain heavy equipment, crusher, and the conveying system. Provides back-up and relief to the Quarry Assistant and the Quarry Miner. Performs other duties as required to promote the mining effort.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Put safety first in all things


• Operates and lubricates heavy equipment in the quarry. (Loader, Excavator, Maintainer)


• Responsible for housekeeping in work areas.


• Inspects belts and feeders throughout quarry; promptly reports needed repairs


• Cleans spills using, shovel, broom and wheelbarrow as needed.


• Must be capable of using a computer after reasonable amount of training


• Operate the Wirtgen Miner


• Provide relief to the Quarry Assistant as needed


• Monitors limestone quality by good communication using the cross belt analyzer.


• Monitor and maintain fugitive dust systems.


• Undertake minor repairs or assist others and report any needed repairs to the supervisor.


• Must be able to maintain accurate records.


• Assist in quarry, crusher and limestone storage dome clean up


• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED

• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in the English language to a degree sufficient to comprehend technical manuals

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to read and write to complete required daily reports


• Must have good communication skills one on one face to face or using a two way radio.


• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be a self-starter.


• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and mild heights


• Must have some mechanical skills and ability to do small repairs


• Must be able to read and understand technical manuals for heavy equipment and demonstrate understanding


• Must have good hand/eye coordination and vision to safely operate equipment


• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and some moderate heights

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 60 pounds and perform manual labor


• Must have the ability to assimilate Visual acuity, speech & hearing, hand & eye coordination


• Walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, driving, and squatting to perform the essential functions of this production labor position


• Must use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required

WORKING CONDITIONS



Works in all weather conditions including heat, cold, ice, rain and in high humidity and is required to work in all plant environments. Incumbent will be exposed to vibrating equipment and mechanical and electrical hazards and heights. May have exposure to dust, cement, clay, gypsum, sand, diesel exhaust, lubricants, solvents, various fuels, etc. (See MSDS's)


DISCLAIMER



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Apply Now