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Dragline Operator

Requisition ID:  10103
Location: 

Marengo, IL, US, 60152

Pay Type:  Hourly

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?  
Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.
Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE
All Dragline operational duties are performed in a work-safe manner; plant safety rules are followed and the individual works as a team member. This Dragline is a Manitowoc 4600 friction type with twin diesel engines. This is an Operating Engineer 150 position and will work the day shift subject to change.
 
Dragline Operators are given primary responsibility of performing all underwater sand & gravel extraction tasks to include site preparation with excavators and dozers when needed. The position also requires all preventative maintenance tasks that pertain to the safe operation and upkeep of the dragline. 
 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

  • Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
  • Understands and complies with all Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) policies to assure that safety, health, and environmental behaviours are the first priority of the business. 
  • The Dragline extraction teams are sand & gravel pits with a nominal extraction depth of 50’-65’ and work within plant mobile equipment with a salaried supervisor coordinating team activities. Tasks and equipment utilized are changed per requirements of plant needs; therefore, individuals must possess a variety of mining skillsets.

 

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER JOBS
•    This position will interact with production and maintenance personnel to reduce and eliminate production interruptions.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education:  High School diploma/GED Choose an item.  
Work Experience:   Must have 5 years of experience in Dragline operations. 

Additional Requirements:

  • Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain Dragline mobile equipment.
  • Work well in a team and a minimum supervised setting.
  • Must be willing to work holidays, weekends, various shifts and overtime as directed.
  • Demonstrated ability for positive contributions when working within teams.
  • must be willing to accept change and strive for improvement.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate Dragline mobile equipment.
  • Must possess basic computer skills.
  • Previous welding, cutting experience a plus.
  • Haul trucks, loaders, and various mine equipment experience preferred
  • Part 48 MSHA training
  • Local 150 preferred

 

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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