2525 - Equipment Operator (Light) I

MasTec

1d•$22 - $40

About The Position

Responsible for operating various types of light equipment, including but not limited to compact loader, skid steer, loader/backhoe, mini excavator, <12k forklift, riding compactor, tractors, roller, and water truck to excavate, move and/or grade material. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures Operates heavy equipment and includes knowledge of equipment functions, running, navigating, detects or assesses problems, mechanical aptitude, and driving May build level and/or extreme terrain and excavate land surfaces, using various pieces of construction equipment listed above Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, and rocks and to distribute and level earth or terrain Gather and load dirt, stone, equipment, materials, and waste product from jobsite onto trucks using different pieces of equipment Ability to excavate trenches with proper slopes per OSHA Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members Must have the ability to communicate clearly, listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences to ensure full comprehension of job duties, safety regulations, and other situations that may require an immediate response Perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines; fill out maintenance reports daily May be required to travel to different jobsites on limited notice Position may involve performing other duties as required which may not be mentioned and may change from time to time as assigned by Superintendent or Foreman

Requirements

1-3 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 1 year of experience in heavy equipment operation role
Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
Set a personal example of safe behavior.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement and volume
Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards
Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
Keep good balance and work at heights.
See well (either naturally or with correction).
Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

Responsibilities

Operate light equipment such as compact loader, skid steer, loader/backhoe, mini excavator, <12k forklift, riding compactor, tractors, roller, and water truck
Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
Operate heavy equipment and includes knowledge of equipment functions, running, navigating, detects or assesses problems, mechanical aptitude, and driving
Build level and/or extreme terrain and excavate land surfaces, using various pieces of construction equipment
Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, and rocks and to distribute and level earth or terrain
Gather and load dirt, stone, equipment, materials, and waste product from jobsite onto trucks using different pieces of equipment
Excavate trenches with proper slopes per OSHA
Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members
Communicate clearly, listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences
Perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines; fill out maintenance reports daily

Benefits

Compensation $22-$40 /hour, commensurate with experience
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan