Requirements, Education and Experience:

Experience operating heavy equipment strongly preferred.
Willingness to work variable shifts (days/nights), weekends, and overtime as needed.
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and troubleshoot basic equipment or system issues
Strong communication skills with proficiency in verbal and written English
Demonstrated strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality in a fast-paced or labor-intensive environment
Commitment to safety and ability to consistently follow established policies, procedures, and instructions
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, take direction, and contribute to overall plant operations
Prior experience in construction, aggregates, asphalt, or a similar industrial environment preferred (but not required); loader operation experience is a plus. Candidates must demonstrate a willingness to learn and be trained on equipment operation.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This position is classified as medium to heavy work, requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The role involves prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, and performing repetitive manual tasks such as shoveling and raking.

Work is performed outdoors and in an active plant environment in all weather conditions, with regular exposure to heat, dust, noise, and moving mechanical equipment. Employees may be required to work at elevated heights and around hot materials.

The employee is regularly required to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors and must wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries

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