Equipment Operator-Light

Wanzek Construction•Nacogdoches, TX

About The Position

Responsible for operating various types of light equipment—including compact loaders, skid steers, loader/backhoes, mini-excavators, forklifts under 12,000 pounds, riding compactors, tractors, rollers, and water trucks—to excavate, move, and grade materials according to project specifications. The position includes operating, navigating, and monitoring equipment; coordinating equipment activity with crew members; and performing routine equipment maintenance and inspections. Work takes place in internal and external environments and regularly involves exposure to outdoor weather. The role also involves frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, and extreme heat; occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration; and usually loud noise. Flexible scheduling is required, including nights and/or weekends. Travel to different jobsites may be required on limited notice, and other duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or Foreman.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one to three or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Take reasonable care of personal and others’ health and safety and take personal responsibility for working toward Wanzek’s Zero Injury principles.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering drawings, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Knowledge and ability to operate various GPS systems.
Common-sense understanding and ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to work to precise standards, follow procedures, judge distances and slopes accurately, and make decisions based on verifiable standards.
Working knowledge of materials, methods, and tools used in structural fills, DOT work, and other public and private projects.
Ability to communicate clearly and understand spoken information.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

Promote and comply with Company and safety policies and procedures, including the Company Code of Conduct and jobsite policies.
Operate gasoline-, diesel-, pneumatic-, or electric-powered light equipment to move objects or materials according to project specifications.
Use equipment knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and driving skills to operate and navigate equipment and assess problems.
Operate equipment controls and attachments, including levers, pedals, hand wheels, blades, buckets, scrapers, and swing booms, to move, lift, swing, dump, or grade materials.
Perform equipment maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, and oiling machines.
Coordinate machine actions with other activities and respond to hand or audio signals from crew members.
Check fuel supplies at work sites and maneuver equipment to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks, or to distribute and level earth or terrain.
Follow load capacity charts and ensure equipment is properly supported for its capacity and type.
Observe loads while in motion and take appropriate action to avoid injury to personnel or property damage.
Read and apply operating manuals, plans, specifications, and two-dimensional drawings visualized in three dimensions.
Complete equipment and maintenance records and reports accurately and regularly as required.
Inspect field conditions, identify problems, inaccuracies, and potential cost-saving measures, take corrective action as needed, and report issues to supervision.
Ensure construction equipment is operated correctly, maintained, kept in good working order, and inspected daily.
Work in other crafts at a level appropriate to training and skills when requested by project supervision.
Communicate clearly and listen to and understand spoken information to comprehend job duties, safety requirements, and situations requiring an immediate response.
Travel to different jobsites on limited notice when required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Foreman.

Benefits

Competitive pay with ongoing performance reviews and merit increases.
401(k) with company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with plan choice; coverage available for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, pet insurance, and weight management drug discount.
Discounted national gym membership network.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Bereavement leave.
Military leave, including differential pay and benefits continuation.
Employee Assistance Program.
Short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Voluntary life insurance, accident coverage, critical illness coverage, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
Group legal plan.