Dirt Operator

Building Crafts • Houston, TX

21d

About The Position

The dirt operator position requires general construction knowledge on water and wastewater treatment plants. The equipment operator will operate heavy equipment for dirt excavations and laying underground pipelines. Knowledge in the operations of John Deere, Caterpillar and Volvo dozers, track-hoes and backhoes is preferred. Operators typically work under direct supervision and will be required to sit, stand and move for extended hours at a time. Operate heavy equipment for excavations and laying underground pipelines. Experience with the proper use of trench boxes and other similar protective devices. Unload and move equipment per manufactures manuals and company procedures. Perform routine maintenance and small repairs on equipment. Maintain logs and repair reports. Know, understand and follow all safety rules and procedures according to OSHA and company safety policy. May be required to do manual labor. Assist equipment operators, carpenters, craft workers and other skilled labor when necessary. Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator.
• High School diploma or GED is preferred.
• The candidate must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide units of measure.
• Proper vision and hearing are required to be able to receive direction via verbal and hand signals.
• Ability to work effectively as a team.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in the operations of John Deere, Caterpillar and Volvo dozers, track-hoes and backhoes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for excavations and laying underground pipelines.
• Experience with the proper use of trench boxes and other similar protective devices.
• Unload and move equipment per manufactures manuals and company procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance and small repairs on equipment.
• Maintain logs and repair reports.
• Know, understand and follow all safety rules and procedures according to OSHA and company safety policy.
• May be required to do manual labor.
• Assist equipment operators, carpenters, craft workers and other skilled labor when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED