Dredge Operator

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

- 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.