Loader Operator

Job ID: 520455

Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Join a leader in the construction materials industry and help us build the infrastructure that supports our communities. As part of the CRH family, we are committed to safety, quality, and developing our people. We are seeking a Loader Operator who takes pride in safe operations, accuracy, and professional service.

Key Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Competitive pay
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with 5% employer match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Short term and long-term disability
• EAP
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

• Safely drives building materials equipment within the confines of the yard/plant as directed, obeying all applicable laws and following plant manager/dispatch instructions.
• Properly conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment to ensure safe operational order and detect/report maintenance issues.
• Safely operates loaders and forklifts to transport materials from storage to hoppers.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of product being loaded and delivered.
• Climbs in and out of equipment safely using proper 3-points of contact and complies with the working at heights policy.
• Safely load building materials (block, rock, sand and other materials supplies) for delivery.
• Completes written report of any issues or necessary repairs, and relay to the maintenance team for repairs.
• Detects and reports improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to management.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Understand general machinery maintenance and physical ability to bend, squat and maneuver body to reach, clean and service equipment and conveyors unassisted.
• Works outdoors in heat and uneven surfaces for extended hours at a time.
• Shovels rock, sand, and other materials manually as needed.
• Maintains strict adherence to company policies, safety/OSHA requirements and procedures.
• Possesses a professional attitude while interacting with peers, contractors and general public
• May perform other related duties as required or directed. Must be available to travel and work from other company facilities as needed.

• Ability to communicate, understand, and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor and adjacent job responsibilities as required.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays when necessary. Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Must pass pre-employment requirements, drug screen, criminal background check and driving record review.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion