Construction Operator

Cogent Talent Solutions • Apex, NC

1d • $24 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a trusted and growing concrete-cutting and selective-demolition contractor serving commercial and industrial clients throughout the Raleigh–Durham region and surrounding areas. Known for their commitment to safety, integrity, and quality workmanship, they offer a wide range of services including flat sawing, wall and wire sawing, core drilling, hand-sawing, selective demolition, and concrete removal and repair. As their team continues to grow, our client is seeking a hardworking and dependable Construction Operator in performing concrete sawing, drilling, cutting, and selective demolition services. This position requires the ability to operate a wide range of diamond and demolition tools, transport and maintain equipment, complete jobsite documentation, and uphold company standards of quality, safety, and professionalism.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in any or all of the following diamond or demolition tools: wall saw, core drill, flat saw, handsaws, ring saws and/or compressor tools.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year core drilling, concrete sawing, cutting and/or removal experience.
• Show proficiency with basic operator requirements.
• Strong mechanical abilities
• Safety Oriented
• Self-motivated
• Problem solving ability
• Time management skills
• Willing to work hard
• Dependable & reliable
• Work as a team
• Career Oriented
• Willing to learn
• Able to lift & move 45lbs or more
• Willing to work in weather conditions that may be adverse (hot/cold/rain)
• Mathematical aptitude (willing to train measurements & calculations)

Responsibilities

• Follow safety standards, procedures, and legal regulations at all times.
• Enforce PPE and OSHA compliance with less experienced coworkers.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (with assistant if there are two employees on site) on each job after reviewing work with site contact.
• Review safety plan to assess need for respirator use when performing tasks that require respirator use
• Assess safety risks associated with working in extreme environments (take breaks in heat)
• Use tools and equipment when possible to minimize physical exertion and risk of injury
• Report near misses
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and professional manner at all times
• Learn safe use of equipment with body positioning, keeping guarding on tools, using mounted drills when necessary, etc.
• Transport equipment daily between the yard and job sites.
• Operate a variety of concrete sawing and demolition tools (wall saw, wire saw, core drill, flat saw, hand saws, ring saws, compressor tools) in a proficient manner.
• Perform accurate and efficient, cuts/drills according to job specifications.
• Review work area for tools before leaving site
• Conduct equipment inspections and perform daily preventive maintenance checks on tools and vehicles.
• Troubleshoot equipment or vehicle issues and utilize the Tyfoom app to communicate details with the shop and dispatch mechanic
• Be responsible for tools assigned to the vehicle by locking the truck when on jobsites (when possible), picking up repaired equipment and getting it back in the truck, etc.
• Work as a team member with physical duties of job
• Turn in receipts for purchases in a timely manner
• Complete field tickets by answering all questions on chosen field tasks.
• Accurately report measurements
• Communicate job status, delays, or issues promptly to dispatch/field management.
• Take pictures in CenPoint before and after work is performed for every job.
• Get customer signatures before work begins as required.
• Respond to requests in a timely manner from administration about approving weekly time, filling out forms required for jobs, etc.
• Utilization of CenPoint: clock in and out at shop accurately. Clock in and out of jobs accurately.
• Participate in training to enhance technical skills and expand tool proficiency.
• Learn how to utilize special tools for unique jobs
• Manage personal expendables usage
• Put tools back in truck in appropriate place. Keep truck looking professional inside and out.
• Read task notes and assess what equipment may be needed for jobs before leaving shop for the day. Make decisions about getting replacement tools for repair items if needed.
• Participate in job status reviews with Dispatcher, field manager and estimator.
• Provide accurate feedback on field performance, schedule adherence, and issues.
• Document carryover work, job delays, or site challenges.
• Assist estimator by providing feedback about job challenges that affect production
• Assess discrepancies of what work is being requested from what work was estimated and communicate with field manager in a timely manner.
• Respond to communication from dispatch, field manager and estimator about field activities in a timely manner. (utilize headsets)
• Act as point-of-contact for site-level client interactions.
• Follow standard operating procedures for changes of scope of work.
• Assess what is important to customer and tailor order of tasks to meet demands as needed.
• Leave work area in a satisfactory, professional condition when work is complete.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees