Heavy Equipment Operator

H&K Group • Miners Ridge, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Maryland Division/HTI, a division of the H&K Group, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Heavy Equipment Operator to become a part of our team. This position entails the operation of heavy equipment in order to achieve daily production goals. H&K is deeply committed to preserving and protecting the health and safety of each and every one of its employees. As such, we are looking for someone who can work efficiently without compromising their responsibility to conduct the functions of their position in a safe and responsible manner. If you meet the job requirements outlined below, H&K would be happy to consider you for this position.

Requirements

• One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school OR six months of related experience and/or training
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Able to pass practical skills test for heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, and loaders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Problem solving
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience and/or training
• Experience working in heavy civil construction, road construction, or quarries
• OSHA or other relevant safety certifications

Responsibilities

• Performs all work adhering to OSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Moves levers and depresses pedals to control operation, function, and movement of machine
• Feels lever and listens for stalling action of engine to operate equipment most efficiently
• Cleans equipment as scheduled
• Ensures equipment is safely and securely parked and stored
• Maintains equipment by greasing properly and checking fluids daily (oils, coolant, fuel level)
• Performs daily checks on equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
• Notifies shop foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree