Blade Operator - Heavy Equipment Operator (Phoenix, AZ)

Sunland Asphalt•Phoenix, AZ

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Sunland Asphalt & Construction, LLC. strives to recruit top talent and is committed to helping employees grow both professionally and personally. The company aims to be 'the best place in the world to work' and has been voted one of Phoenix Business Journal's 'Best Places to Work.' Sunland offers competitive weekly pay, paid time off, 401(K), work/life balance, community involvement, comprehensive health benefits (Health, Dental, Vision), recognition for award-winning peers and projects, and a foundation built on safety. The Blade Operator performs a variety of physical tasks, including operating heavy equipment and machinery, and using power tools and/or hand tools for applying asphalt products as defined by each job/project.

Requirements

Operate heavy equipment; specifically Cat equipment.
Be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
Be a strong communicator and be in constant contact with the paver operator, truck drivers and general laborers.
Ability to conduct pre/post trip inspections in compliance with federal, state and local laws if driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV).
Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel.
Understand material handling and storage in compliance with SDS sheets.
Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job.
Serve as front-line Company representative and provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
Must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Comply with federal, state and local laws, as well as Company safety policy, enforce safe work practices, and proactively identify and remedy worksite hazards.
Ability to communicate verbally with others on site, in person and over the telephone.
Ability to read printed materials, signs and directions.
Stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions.
Ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner.
Willingness to work on project sites and operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment and other tools within local, state and federal safety guidelines.
Willingness to travel to any and all jobsites without exception (including staying away from home if necessary).
Must have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED.
Six (6) months to one (1) year related experience.
Ability to speak, read and write English.
A CDL license (may be required for some departments/divisions).

Responsibilities

Perform all duties and responsibilities with Sunland's Core Values at the forefront.
Work quickly, productively and safely to meet production goals as outlined by the Foreman, Superintendent and/or Production Manager.
Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent with regards to daily production schedule and activities.
Operate heavy equipment; specifically Cat equipment.
Be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
Work in conjunction with Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure the job-site is safe and traffic is controlled prior to commencing work.
Be a strong communicator and be in constant contact with the paver operator, truck drivers and general laborers.
If driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), conduct pre/post trip inspections in compliance with federal, state and local laws.
May operate trucks to transport equipment to and from production sites as required and assist in the maintenance of all equipment.
Inspect, clean and maintain equipment and machinery.
Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel.
May set up and tear down equipment.
Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day.
Understand material handling and storage in compliance with SDS sheets.
Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job.
Serve as front-line Company representative and must provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheel barrels, etc.
Perform all other general laborer work as needed.
Any and all other duties assigned.