# Loader Operator - Asphalt Plant

**Company:** [Park Paving Ltd.](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/stJBm5gwYnK84S5VuDYbLz.md)
**Location:** Sherwood Park, Canada
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Asphalt Plant

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## Description

Park Paving Ltd. is seeking an experienced **Loader Operator** to join our **Asphalt Plant** team. This is a full-time seasonal position that offers competitive wages and benefits.

As an Asphalt Plant Loader Operator, your main duties will include:

-   Safely operate a front-end loader at the asphalt plant
-   Stockpile materials delivered to the site
-   Load aggregate materials into the asphalt plant bins
-   Keep materials clear of driving lanes
-   Maintain communication with the plant crew by radio
-   Monitor belts, screens and other plant equipment, and report any abnormalities to the Plant Foreman
-   Read equipment manuals and understand the proper operation of the loader
-   Perform daily equipment inspections and complete required checklists
-   Monitor and document equipment operating hours and fuel consumption
-   Perform regular equipment maintenance and daily greasing
-   Change loader cutting edges when required
-   Assist with maintenance, cleanup and general site housekeeping when loader operations are not required
-   Assist with site setup, rigging and other labour activities as required
-   Support the plant crew with additional tasks as directed by the Plant Foreman

As a key member of our asphalt plant team, you will play an important role in maintaining material flow, supporting plant production and contributing to a safe, clean and efficient work environment.

**Requirements**

-   Previous experience safely operating front-end loaders
-   Strong working knowledge of loaders, including basic troubleshooting and maintenance
-   Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence or higher
-   Driving record that meets Park Paving Ltd.’s minimum standards
-   Ability to work long hours, overtime and consecutive days as required
-   Ability to work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions
-   Ability to safely lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds
-   Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, balance and climb
-   Ability to perform physically demanding labour activities, including cleaning tracks, greasing equipment and assisting with site setup
-   Dependable, punctual and prepared to work varying hours based on weather conditions and production requirements
-   Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with supervisors and plant crew members
-   Commitment to maintaining a safe, productive and organized work environment

**Benefits**

**Competitive Wages/Salaries**

**Health & Dental Benefits**

**Vision Benefits**

**Life Insurance**

**RRSP Matching**

**Opportunities for Advancement**

Successful candidates will thrive in a physically demanding, highly productive and high-pressure environment. They will possess a valid driver’s licence and have a strong drive to contribute to the team’s success by working with operators and other crew members to perform a wide range of duties.

Successful candidates must also be able to maintain a safety-minded and accountable work culture while working with their direct supervisors and other employees in a positive and respectful manner.

_**Successful candidates must have a driving record free of major infractions and must pass a medical/fitness exam as conditions of employment.**_

**ANY MISREPRESENTATION OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR CANDIDACY.**

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