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Sterling Construction Company, Inc.Location: Boise, IDPay Range: $24.00 - $34.00Salary Interval: HourlyBenefits Competitive PayPaid Time Off (PTO)Holiday PayMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceRetirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Development (Growth and Career Advancement Opportunity)Position Description Operate CAT 988 and CAT 992 wheel loaders (or equivalent large production loaders) to perform truck loading, stockpile management, material handling, and large-scale earthmoving activities in support of heavy civil construction projects.Key Highlights Operate large production wheel loaders to efficiently load rigid-frame haul trucks and maintain project production goalsHandle and move rock, aggregate, overburden, soil, and other earth materials in high-volume production environmentsWork safely and efficiently around haul trucks, excavators, dozers, and other heavy equipmentMaintain proper loading techniques, material control, and truck cycle efficiencyPerform stockpile management, loading operations, material blending, and site material distributionConduct pre- and post-operation equipment inspections and assist with routine equipment maintenanceRead and understand site plans, material movement requirements, and production objectivesWork in fast-paced, high-production environments with minimal supervisionFollow all company safety policies, equipment operating procedures, and project safety requirementsAssist with general labor duties as needed to support project operationsPosition Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED preferredMinimum of 3-5 years of experience operating large wheel loaders in heavy civil construction, mining, quarry, mass excavation, or large earthwork environmentsExperience operating CAT 988, CAT 992, or equivalent production wheel loaders preferredExperience loading rigid-frame haul trucks and working in high-production material movement operationsAbility to safely handle and move rock, aggregate, overburden, soil, and other earth materials while maintaining production goalsExperience working around haul trucks, excavators, dozers, and other heavy equipment in active production environmentsAbility to perform daily inspections, identify maintenance needs, and assist with routine preventative maintenanceWillingness to perform laborer duties when project needs requireAbility to work effectively as a team member while maintaining a professional attitude and positive work ethicSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilitiesAbility to work safely under pressure with time constraints in a changing environmentFrequent physical activity including climbing in and out of equipment, walking uneven terrain, bending, lifting up to 75 pounds, balancing, kneeling, and working around active construction operationsStrong hand-eye coordination, depth perception, and situational awareness requiredFlexible availability including overtime, weekends, and extended work schedules as project need requiresValid Driver's License requiredOSHA 10 certification preferredMust have the ability to communicate clearly, listen effectively, and understand verbal instructions, safety requirements, and operational procedures to ensure safe and productive jobsite performance responseEqual Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-SC1Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr