Operator - Civil - Lexington, Walton, KY (Travel Required)

5 Star Electric, LLCClay, KY
Onsite

About The Position

The Civil Construction Equipment Operator plays a critical role in construction and infrastructure projects, controlling specialized machinery to move materials and construct structures.

Requirements

  • Four (4+) years of experience in an operator position in a relevant industry
  • OSHA 10 is Required
  • Completions of formal training program or at least four years of verifiable experience
  • Compliance to Safety Performance Standards
  • May be Employee Performance Tested to a higher level with testing and verifiable experience.
  • Completion of Insulate/Isolate Course Critical review and recommendations from Operations, Safety/Training.
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License is Required.
  • Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
  • Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, climbing, etc.
  • When working on site, will be required to wear common protective safety equipment.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in diverse terrain and in all weather conditions.
  • May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite.
  • Must endure regular exposure to all weather conditions, including hot, cold, humidity and rain.

Nice To Haves

  • Class A CDL is preferred
  • Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
  • Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
  • A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
  • Self-motivated, goal- oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
  • Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriente
  • Must have ability for frequent travel on needed training requirements and potential for overtime including storm work.
  • Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Responsibilities

  • Operating and maintaining heavy machinery on construction sites, including bulldozers, excavators, graders and loaders
  • Reading and interpreting site plans and blueprints
  • Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment
  • Collaborating with supervisors, foreman and other crew members
  • Performs manual, strenuous labor within all weather conditions
  • Use of Mini excavator and skidster for foundation grading and utility trenchin
  • Consistently meets production expectations set by foreman and/or members of management
  • Possesses general understanding of safety risks and comfortable working in a safety sensitive environment
  • Ensures company and customer property cleanliness and quality standards are met within the expectations set by experience foreman and/or members of management
  • Performs other position duties when requested
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