Construction Heavy Equipment Operator
About The Position
APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. APAC-Central, Inc. and its founding companies have been serving our customers since early in the 20th Century and look forward to continued success in the 21st Century! The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers. Ability to operate various pieces of heavy equipment, including loaders, excavators, dozers, graders, backhoes, etc. Be familiar with and incorporate information derived from the manuals for the individual equipment being operated. Be familiar with the equipment and Daily Equipment Checklist Communicate with Project Manager/Foreperson as to the daily job specifications; operate the equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Perform daily pre-start up procedures; i.e. note the service due date, check fluid levels and make sure the equipment to be used is in good running order, complete Daily Equipment Checklist Discuss with supervisor the anticipated production, type of materials being moved, number of trucks, etc. Be aware of other equipment working on the project and coordinate to work with the other equipment. When possible, leave the equipment in a place that is readily accessible to the Equipment Mover. Keep equipment clean. Wiping down equipment not only promotes positive public image, but enables the operator to inspect the equipment close range. Ability to follow directions. Perform other duties as assigned. Ability to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical.
- Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document.
- Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
- Report to work at the designated start time.
- Be able to work long hours when required.
- Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
- Must be able to complete safe driver training, possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
- May be required to have or acquire a CDL as necessary
- Be at least age 18 years of age.
- Be able to communicate appropriately with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
- Be knowledgeable of materials and equipment needed to perform tasks.
- Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
- Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
- Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs. as needed.
- Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
Nice To Haves
- Related experience in construction field
Responsibilities
- Operate various pieces of heavy equipment, including loaders, excavators, dozers, graders, backhoes, etc.
- Incorporate information derived from the manuals for the individual equipment being operated.
- Communicate with Project Manager/Foreperson as to the daily job specifications
- Operate the equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
- Perform daily pre-start up procedures; i.e. note the service due date, check fluid levels and make sure the equipment to be used is in good running order, complete Daily Equipment Checklist
- Discuss with supervisor the anticipated production, type of materials being moved, number of trucks, etc.
- Coordinate to work with the other equipment.
- Keep equipment clean.
- Follow directions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
