Dirt Equipment Operator - Lake Charles, LA

Turner IndustriesSulphur, LA
Onsite

About The Position

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor that provides responsive, innovative solutions to increase plant production, reduce costs, and prevent shutdowns in industries such as petrochemical, refining, energy, and pulp and paper. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees across the United States. The company is seeking a Dirt Equipment Operator for a position in the Lake Charles, LA area. This role operates power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. It is a non-exempt role that reports to the Foreman or Site Manager, with duties assigned according to specific procedures and frequent work checks.

Requirements

  • High school or equivalent
  • Must have a valid TWIC card in hand
  • General knowledge of civil construction and excavation
  • General knowledge of maintaining level grade at defined elevations
  • Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy

Nice To Haves

  • NCCER is preferable but not necessary

Responsibilities

  • Moves hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment.
  • Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed.
  • Reads and interprets load charts.
  • May assemble or disassemble equipment or material on construction projects.
  • May be required to manipulate equipment on un-level working surfaces.
  • May perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines/equipment.
  • Comply with company and client job site safety requirements.

Benefits

  • health
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • ADD
  • voluntary life / ADD
  • disability benefits
  • leaves of absence
  • 401k
  • paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • telehealth access
  • employee assistance program
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