Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavator, Dozer, Loader

MasTec Civil • Miami, FL

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About The Position

MasTec Civil is currently hiring for Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team! A MasTec Civil Equipment Operator is a non-FSLA exempt, skilled craft position that performs on heavy construction projects within any combination of the duties described more fully below. An Operator typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the workflow dictates. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to operate heavy construction equipment commonly utilized in the heavy highway industry such as but not limited to backhoes, excavators, bulldozers and loaders, and perform each position responsibly, satisfactorily and be physically fit to perform these duties pursuant to the Safety Sensitive Position requirements within the acknowledged work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-year experience for Loader or Backhoe.
• Minimum 3-year experience for Excavator or Bulldozer.
• Minimum 5-year experience in roadway finishing work.
• Required documentation evidencing competency or certifications as required by industry standards and/or governmental agencies.
• Completion of High School or secondary education is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of electronics grade laser.
• Experience placing and removing TBW construction concrete barriers efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in handling, pre-start inspections, post-start inspections, maneuvering skills, shut down and securing procedures.
• Work various shifts in a team environment, being responsible and accountable for the day-to-day function of the team.
• Perform daily safety and operational inspection of the equipment, reporting any deficiencies and performing minor repairs as needed.
• Ensure regular maintenance of the assigned equipment is scheduled and performed as required.
• Possess a thorough understanding of the equipment operation characteristics, controls, capacity limitations, and emergency skills.
• Be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
• Climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
• Assist in other duties as required while not operating the equipment.
• Maintain a level grade while spreading and balancing material or while recovering spoil material.
• Load trucks as needed, including loading different materials into the bucket by hand if needed.
• Change different attachments pertaining to the equipment including forks and boom.
• Understand industry terms and language for graded stakes as applicable to a graded stake by surveyor.
• Request and lead a ground man, if necessary, to assist in location of utilities and grade checking.
• Ensure all employees assisting or working near the equipment remain outside of the maximum reach of the equipment.
• Stop the machine and apply secure pins before abandoning equipment.
• Maintain equipment shut down and key removed during washing or maintenance.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
• Group legal plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED