Equipment Operator

Stronghold Engineering•Coalinga, CA

18d

About The Position

Stronghold Engineering, Inc., an award-winning electrical, general, and civil contractor, is seeking an Equipment Operator to support its growth. The operator must be willing to travel. The role operates heavy construction equipment safely and skillfully, supports construction and maintenance work, and follows applicable traffic, safety, and security standards. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and reference check.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Heavy equipment operator certificate.
Willingness to travel.
Successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and reference check.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy construction equipment skillfully and safely, in accordance with traffic laws and regulations. Equipment may include scrapers, graders, hoists, trenchers, rock cutters, low-boy truck tractors, shovels, wreckers, loaders, rollers, bulldozers, and other light-, medium-, or heavy-duty equipment.
Adjust hand wheels and pedals to control equipment attachments, including blades, buckets, scrapers, and swing booms.
Service equipment and make minor repairs; report defects or needed repairs to the Project Superintendent or Foreman.
Align machines, cutter heads, and depth-gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines, or position equipment by following workers’ hand signals.
Operate equipment to remove topsoil, vegetation, and rocks, and distribute and level earth or terrain.
Coordinate equipment actions with other work activities and move or position loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
Inspect equipment before use to ensure it is in proper operating condition.
Clean heavy equipment as scheduled or required using appropriate materials.
Haul materials and equipment to job sites; load and unload equipment, materials, and supplies; string grade lines; and backfill ditches.
Load and place construction and maintenance materials, including sand, earth, rock, and asphalt, and cut and grade areas to engineer specifications.
Locate underground services, such as pipes and wires, before beginning work.
Take actions while operating equipment to avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, other equipment, workers, and falling objects.
Attend required training and safety meetings.
Instruct and train other equipment operators and Apprentice Equipment Operators in the use of heavy equipment.
Present oneself professionally, communicate openly and honestly, and demonstrate respect to coworkers and customers.
Prepare special reports and correspondence as requested by a supervisor.
Perform other related duties as assigned.