Southwest Windstar Hiring for Front End Loader Operator at Midland, TX Full Time

SWWS is a rapidly growing sand processing company located in Midland, TX looking for the right person to add to our team. SWWS is a leading provider of frac sand in Permian Basin.

This position is responsible for operating the front end loader: a straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks around the facility in an efficient manner while adhering to all established safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operate front end loader in a safe and effective manner and follow all safety and company policies
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on the front end loader to ensure safe and efficient operation. Notify the Shift Supervisor of any safety or maintenance problems immediately
• May oil, grease, service, and make normal maintenance adjustments on equipment; perform daily safety and maintenance checks; complete paperwork and other documentation as needed
• 3+ years of experience operating a Front-End Loader
• Knowledge of loading trucks & unloading trucks.
• TXDOT knowledge/experience preferred
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures. any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Perform daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Clean equipment on a regular basis.
• Operates a Loader to complete tasks such as move and/or transport materials such as dirt, rocks, and other types of aggregate
• Push sand to keep the piles in the assigned area
• Load sand in truck hopper when needed
• Must have knowledge of operating procedures as it pertains to loading and unloading materials
• May oil, grease, service, and make normal maintenance adjustments on equipment; perform daily safety and maintenance checks; complete paperwork and other documentation as needed
• May perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

• 3-5 Years Operating Experience Preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs; may be required to work in adverse weather conditions
• Requires the ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure projects are completed properly
• Possess a strong work ethic and desire to learn
• Requires good manual dexterity; may be standing, bending, kneeling or sitting for long periods
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen, physical and background check.

EEO Statement

SWWS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vista Sand complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Midland, TX 79707: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person