Equipment Operator Craftsman 1- Grade Checker

Kiewit • Forsyth, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material. This is an intermediate level position where the operator will be responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way, including loading, hauling, and dumping on various surfaces. The role involves trenching and ditch construction for utilities, as well as inspecting equipment and materials. There may also be opportunities to instruct and train other employees on safe equipment operation and job techniques.

Requirements

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.
• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools.
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft).
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Check and maintain all fluid levels and lubrication of equipment.
• May instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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