Dredge Operator

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Full Remote
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required., At least 1 year of experience operating a dredge or related heavy equipment., Knowledge of MSHA regulations; familiarity with OSHA and Coast Guard regulations is a plus., Strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and ability to work outdoors and do physical labor..

Key responsibilities:

  • Operate hydraulic suction dredge to extract sand and gravel from the river bottom.
  • Perform safety inspections, maintenance, and report issues.
  • Coordinate with crew members and communicate with supervisors.
  • Complete reports and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

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Job Details
Job Location:    Capital Sand Company - MO - Jefferson City, MO
Position Type:    Full Time
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Description

Capital Sand is looking to add a Dredge Operator in Jefferson City, MO. 

Responsibilities

  • Operate hydraulic suction dredge to extract sand and gravel from the river bottom.  Perform all aspects of operation; continuously monitor gauges and controls, raise and lower suction ladder, adjust anchor winches for dredge positioning in the river, slack back barges as they are filled, etc.
  • Assist tow boat crew when switching barges out at the dredge.
  • Perform daily safety inspections to verify systems are safe to operate.
  • Perform daily maintenance inspections; report mechanical or maintenance issues, repair identified deficiencies; assist with scheduling repairs for deficiencies that require vendor assistance, lubricate equipment.
  • Provide directions to dredge deckhand for daily job duties.
  • Communicate with the dredging crew supervisor, towboat pilots, and crew members.
  • Fill out production reports, equipment safety inspections, equipment maintenance records, requisition for supplies, and employee timekeeping.
  • Ensure the dredge is operated safely and is properly secured and fleeted for continuously changing river conditions.
  • Perform dredging within authorized boundaries per regulatory permits.
  • Ensure that products meet applicable quality standards and specifications.  Working closely with the QC department.
  • Maintain continuous awareness of surroundings, changing weather conditions, and changing river conditions.
  • Maintain equipment in good condition and appearance.
  • Operate a john boat to get to/from the dock to dredge.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required. 
  • 1+ years working on a dredge and/or related experience in mining, aggregate, quarries, dredging, sand & gravel, heavy mobile equipment or plant operations.
  • Knowledge of MSHA regulations.  Familiarity with OSHA and U.S. Coast Guard regulations is a plus.
  • High motivation, leadership qualities, strong work ethic, and self-starter. 
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts.  Rotating schedules as needed which may include weekends.
  • Ability to operate a computer.
  • Good mechanical aptitude.
  • Heavy equipment operating and welding experience preferred.
  • Hold a valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to work in an outdoor environment.
  • Ability to do physical labor.  Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, to communicate to employees/management/visitors.
  • Ability to participate in required overnight travel as needed.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance, and short and long-term disability.

EEO/Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

 

 

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Experience

Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Communication
  • Leadership

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