Quarry Operator III at Grayson Carter and Son Contracting – Athens, Alabama

Position Title: Quarry Operator III

Department: Quarry

Supervisor: Quarry Manager

Location: Various

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate skid steers to transport, load, and move materials such as gravel, sand, rock, and other quarry materials to stockpiles, processing plants, or trucks.
• Work independently or with a team to assist in the processing, loading, and unloading of materials efficiently.
• Assist in maintaining site cleanliness, removing debris, and organizing equipment and materials.
• Operate heavy haul trucks to move materials such as rocks, gravel, and sand from the quarry to job sites.
• Ensure the truck is loaded safely and that all materials are transported efficiently and without damage.
• Operate trackhoes to dig, load, and load, and move materials.
• Perform pre-operational inspections on equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of material excavated and equipment usage.
• Adhere to safety standards, using proper (PPE) and ensuring safe operation of the equipment in all conditions.
• Operate large front-end loaders to move material.
• Load trucks and stockpiles, ensuring efficient material handling and preventing overloading.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of stockpile management and material flow strategies.
• Maintain a high level of quality work at all times
• Maintain good relationships with Technicians, Foreman, Superintendents, Inspectors, Developers, and other co-workers at all times
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Represent and promote Grayson Carter and Son in a professional and honest manner

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience operating skid steers
• Ability to operate other heavy machinery, if required
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and load charts
• 2-3 years of experience in a quarry, construction, or general labor role
• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL)
• 4+ years of experience operating haul trucks in a quarry or construction environment
• Certification or training in excavator/trackhoe operation
• 3+ years of experience operating excavators
• 3+ years of experience operating operating loaders
• Advanced knowledge of loader operation and material handling techniques
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on heavy equipment.
• Solid understanding of quarry operations, equipment, and stripping processes
• Ability to communicate and convey information effectively
• Must be physically able to stand, walk, sit, crouch, kneel, climb, and periodically lift 75 pounds
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards
• Ability to obtain Arsenal and FBI Badge required
• Dependable transportation
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on all job sites as required
• Work weekends and overtime as needed
• Committed to attending work each day
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Grayson Carter and Son Contracting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EEO Statement:

Grayson Carter and Son Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, and/ or other legally protected status.