Equipment Operator Journeyman

Craft Recruiting • Abilene, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material. This is a skilled 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, ditch construction, and material removal. Additionally, the operator will be responsible for checking and maintaining equipment fluid levels and lubrication, and may be involved in training other employees. Inspection of equipment and materials, as well as estimating resources for work activities, are also key aspects of the role. The position requires ensuring compliance with contract plans and specifications and taking corrective action when necessary.

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 strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
• 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.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Performs other duties as required.

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.
• Checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication of equipment.
• Instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

What This Job Offers

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