Martin Marietta

Supplies aggregates and heavy building materials

Equipment Operator - Grading Crew

Equipment MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 12

Full-time$23 - $26 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
A valid driver's license is required.
Experience operating bulldozers and excavators is preferred.
At least one year of related experience is preferred.
Knowledge of Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations is required.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, and maintenance, is required.
Ability to work with minimal supervision is required.
Ability to work outdoors year-round is required.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, lift, push, pull, stoop, reach with hands and arms, and handle materials is required.

Responsibilities

Operate large equipment, including a Caterpillar 374 excavator or D8 bulldozer, to remove overburden in quarries around Kansas.
Travel to quarry locations near Onaga, St. Mary's, and Soldier, Kansas, to move dirt and shale as part of the mining process.
Participate in safety programs and training and promote the company's Guardian Angel culture.
Inspect equipment for signs of wear.
Perform basic maintenance on heavy mobile equipment.
Clean work areas.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions.
Wear required personal protective equipment.
Notify supervisors of needed repairs.
Ensure materials are loaded according to safety requirements.
Assist with plant maintenance and repairs.
Perform duties with minimal supervision.
Take on other tasks and assignments as required, including duties outside the typical scope of the role to support team operations and organizational needs.

Desired Qualifications

Effective verbal communication is preferred.

Hours: Monday - Friday 6am-6pm

Pay: $23-$26 an hour

Martin Marietta is currently looking for a motivated individual to join our Kansas Grading Team. This position will have the opportunity to operate large equipment like the 374 Cat Excavator or D8 Cat bull dozer removing overburden in different quarries around Kansas. This position will be based out of Leavenworth, KS but will travel around to locations near Onaga, St. Mary’s, and Soldier Kansas to move dirt and shale in the mining process.

Essential Functions

Participate in safety programs and training, promoting Martin Marietta’s Guardian Angel culture
Inspect equipment for signs of wear
Perform basic maintenance on heavy mobile equipment
Work in a team environment
Clean work areas
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
Proper wear of personal protective equipment
Notify supervisors of repairs needed
Ensure materials are properly loaded according to safety requirements
Assist in plant maintenance and repairs
Perform duties with minimum supervision

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position and will require 40+ hours per week.

Preferred Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
Must have a valid driver's license
Bulldozers and excavator experience
1 + years related experience
Valid US driver's license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work with minimal supervision
Knowledge of MSHA regulations
Effective verbal communication
Knowledge of machines and tools including their design, use and maintenance

Physical Abilities

Ability to work in an outdoor environment year-round
General physical activities include climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, reaching with hands and arms, and handling materials

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Disclaimer: In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments as required, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.

About the Company

Martin Marietta

Supplies aggregates and heavy building materials

Martin Marietta is a leading supplier of aggregates and heavy building materials, serving communities through a network of operations in 29 states, Canada, and the Bahamas. It also runs a Specialties business that provides high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime for environmental, industrial, agricultural, and specialty uses. The company’s products are used as foundational resources in construction and industrial applications, with materials sourced, processed, and delivered through an integrated network to customers. What sets Martin Marietta apart is its scale, geographic reach, and commitment to safety, integrity, excellence, community, and stewardship, along with a focus on customer service and being a good neighbor in hundreds of communities. Its goal is to build a world-class organization that supports the long-term success of employees, communities, and shareholders, creating lasting impact beyond tomorrow.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Raleigh, NC
Founded: 1961

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