Equipment Operator (O&M) Iris

Primoris Services Corporation•Louisiana, LA

52d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating motorized equipment on industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shops. The Equipment Operator will be responsible for practicing safety rules, following instructions, assisting supervisors, performing quality work according to project specifications, and accounting for all tools and materials at the end of their shift. A key aspect of this role is ensuring the safe and proper maintenance of all equipment, vehicles, and tools. The position also requires the ability to mobilize equipment, including loading, unloading, securing, and setting up. Additionally, the operator may serve as backup to other positions as directed by management and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum 1-2 years related experience excavating near underground utilities.
Valid driver’s license required.
Lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds daily, seldom over 50 pounds.
Grasp and manipulate various hand tools daily.
Standing for more than two hours at a time, as well twisting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching, and stooping regularly.
Identify/distinguish colors and use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Communicate orally as well as ability to hear and understand.
Work and operate motorized equipment as well as safely perform procedures where carelessness would potentially result in injury.
Work in an environment that is uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or similar discomforts.
Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy, as well as use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data.
Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.).
Must be clean shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Practice safety rules.
Follow verbal and written instructions.
Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
Work well as part of a team.
Know and understand and comply with all company safety policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
Stop and correct unsafe work practices and refuse to work in an unsafe situation.
Mobilize equipment being operated, including loading, unloading, securing, set up and tear down.
Ensure that all equipment, vehicles, and tools are properly accounted for, used for correct purpose and are maintained.
Serve as backup to other positions at the direction of management.
Perform other duties as assigned.