Equipment Operator (Scraper) - Waddell, AZ

Sundt•Tempe, AZ

5h•$29 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Sundt is hiring an Equipment Operator (Scraper) for a long-term project in Waddell, Arizona, with an anticipated duration of approximately two years. The project includes installing civil utilities; roadway excavation and grading; site mass excavation and balancing; and asphalt paving and hardscaping in support of construction of a combustion turbine power generation plant. The position pays $29–$34 per hour, depending on experience, and requires availability for overtime as needed. Candidates must pass pre-employment drug testing. The operator safely operates heavy equipment, including scrapers and other equipment such as backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, dump trucks, and water trucks. The role is also responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walkarounds to ensure assigned equipment is safe to operate. This is a safety-sensitive position. Sundt is a 100% employee-owned contractor. The company describes its culture as one in which employee-owners are invested in their work and emphasizes building long-term prosperity for clients, communities, and employee-owners. It offers competitive pay, benefits, incentive programs, and training focused on personal and professional growth.

Requirements

At least two years of experience operating a scraper.
At least three years of industrial/commercial construction experience for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, or six or more years, as applicable to the level.
In-depth understanding of operating various types of heavy construction equipment.
Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety standards, and quality standards.
Ability to effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Availability for overtime as needed.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Heavy civil or road construction experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate assigned heavy equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance and pre-shift walkarounds to ensure equipment is safe to operate.
Maintain positive working relationships with all crew members.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback to help ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
Look for opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
Share knowledge and teach others.
Demonstrate proficiency in preventative maintenance for related equipment.
Inspect subordinate work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies, and take necessary corrective action.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transportation, material storage, and wasted time.