Equipment Operator

About the position

Equipment operators are responsible for the operation and maintenance of all types of construction machinery including, but not limited to, cranes, dozers, track loaders, rubber tire loaders, track backhoes, rubber tire backhoes, motor graders, trucks, compaction equipment, concrete pumps, and rock drills. This is a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work on equipment such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Promote a safe work environment and communicate jobsite hazards.
• Operate all types of construction machinery including, but not limited to, cranes, dozers, track loaders, rubber tire loaders, track backhoes, rubber tire backhoes, motor graders, trucks, compaction equipment, concrete pumps, and rock drills.
• Work in pipeline production performing trenching/excavating procedures according to OSHA guidelines.
• Perform backfill procedures and other earthwork.
• Inspect and document their heavy equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program.
• Experience with a wide variety of construction machinery.
• Knowledge of maintenance of various construction equipment.
• Must be able to take initiative.
• Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions.
• Workers must provide their own safety footwear.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual.

Nice-to-haves

• Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading.
• OSHA 10 Certification.
• CPR & First Aid Certification.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death & dismemberment.
• Long-term disability.
• 401(K) retirement plan.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Paid time off beginning upon hire.