Mobile Equipment Operator - Aggregates Requisition ID: 10523 Location: Bellingham, WA, US, 98226 Pay Type: Hourly Estimated Wage Range $28.75 - $35.00/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: _Cowden_ in Bellingham, WA is proud to provide construction solutions in the buildings, infrastructure and industrial segments. These solutions are built with high performance products from our cement, aggregates, and ready-mix concrete products divisions. Cowden's focus is to develop innovative products that can contribute toward _sustainably_ constructed building solutions. Cowden takes _personal growth and development_ to heart, and provides resources for our employees to take control of their own careers. Through our commitment to communities, to the health and safety of our employees and their families, or through the many volunteer hours of our employees, Cowden demonstrates our care for people. If you want to work in an environment that values hard work, entrepreneurship, and collaborative teamwork, Cowden is for you. **ABOUT THE ROLE** We are currently seeking a skilled and dependable individual to join our team as a Mobile Equipment Operator in Bellingham and surrounding area. As an operator, you will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment and mobile plants to process aggregates at various rock quarries and pits. Your exceptional operating skills and attention to safety will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient manufacturing of our construction aggregate materials. In this role as a Mobile Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for customer relationships, giving great service with a friendly demeanor to ensure customers receive a high-level service and product from Cowden, and the production of quality aggregate materials. This can be a customer-facing role that requires a service-oriented mindset and a highly professional approach. As a member of the Cowden team, the Mobile Equipment and plant operators execute the daily tasks of operating and maintaining the aggregate wash plants and perform administration related to the site operations. **WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** Safety + Pursue a culture of safety that is best in class with an objective of “zero” safety incidents. Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas. Follow all safety requirements and communicate any suggestions or concerns. Ensure that the plant and surrounding site is kept safe, presentable, and functional. Maintain environmental sustainability in plant and site operation. Plant Operation + Ensure assigned equipment is operated to original equipment manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices and that product outputs meet material quality specifications. Complete, review, and dissect daily, weekly, monthly, and annual plant operation reports and metrics. Plant Maintenance + Ensure daily, weekly, monthly, and annual inspections and preventative maintenance actions are scheduled and completed. Remove, rebuild, and replace component parts as required. Design and fabricate plant components as required. Complete, review, and dissect daily, weekly, monthly, and annual plant and equipment maintenance reports and schedules. Other + Perform other duties as assigned to assist in the efficient operation of the site. Relationships with Others Jobs + Reports to the Production Manager and Plant Foreman on shift + This position requires constant communication with plant foreman, drivers, and operations manager **WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR** + High School diploma or equivalent + Industrial wash plant operation experience an asset + Heavy mobile equipment operation experience an asset + Current CDL is preferred Knowledge & Skills: + First aid, Surface Miner training, confined space training, working-at-heights training + Specific mobile equipment training (especially wheel loader, skid steer, elevated work platform + Welding / fabrication + Computer literacy an asset + Physical and mental ability to perform the required duties of the position + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills + Good organizational and planning skills + Strong team player Additional Requirements: + Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors. + Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators What we Offer: + Day shift, overtime, most weekends off + Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. + 9 Paid Holidays per year + Paid Time Off (includes vacation and sick time), starting at 104 PTO hours (prorated in 1st year of employment) + Holistic health & wellbeing programs for physical, mental/emotional and financial health with access to resources and benefits to help focus on staying well through education and prevention + Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent Care + Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts + Retirement Savings – contributions to 401K after 30 days of employment, employer matching program + Paid Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity). + Educational Assistance Programs Note: This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the combined role ofMobile Equipment Operator and Wash PlantOperator. Additional duties may be assigned as needed, and flexibility in work hours may be required based on project demands. **_This is a safety sensitive position. As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all_** **_Holcim_** **_employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required._** **\#HourlyUS** **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. Click to view Company Benefits Overview (https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/65809a03/43b9d8dc-3fe7-4a1c-98be-1.png) In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. Please visit our Pay Transparency Policy Statement (https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/65809a03/24646738-50fc-475e-bf73-0.jpg) 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:** Bellingham **Nearest Secondary Market:** Everett