Dredge Operator

PF Holdings•Doddridge, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating power-driven dredge to excavate and maintain navigable channels in waterways and to mine sand at bottom of lakes, rivers, and streams.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Previous dredge experience preferred.
Prior knowledge of various pumps
Experience with heavy equipment, specifically, knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
Able to operate a boat.
Must be able to swim at least 50 yards.
Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
The ability to adjust the controls of a machine quickly and repeatedly.
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted.
The ability to quickly respond.
Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner.
Must be able to work in adverse working conditions such as heat, wet, cold, noise, etc.
Ability to sit for long periods of time.
Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Repetitive movements of both hands and both feet
Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

Previous dredge experience

Responsibilities

Operate levers to position dredge for excavation by engaging hydraulic pumps to raise and lower suction booms and to control rotation of cutterheads.
Start and stop engines to operate equipment.
Start power winches that draw in or let out cables to change positions of dredge; or pull in and let out cables manually.
Pump water to clear machinery pipelines.
Verify depths of excavations using winches or scan depth gauge to determine depths of excavation.
Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machinery is working properly.
Inspect equipment to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in-person in a professional and timely manner.
Comply with MSHA regulations and all safety precautions.
Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
Other responsibilities as assigned.