Heavy Equipment Operator Crane - Austin Industrial (Houston, Texas) TPC Group

Austin Bridge & Road • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Austin Industrial is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate powered construction equipment used to excavate, move, or grade earth; erect structures; and move products, equipment, or materials to and from industrial work areas. Equipment may be powered by electricity, diesel, gasoline, or steam and includes motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, shovels, derricks, tractors, front-end loaders, and other power equipment. The role also requires experience operating carry-deck equipment, forklifts, and cranes up to 120 tons. The operator inspects, maintains, and lubricates equipment and works safely around site hazards. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Four years of dirt operating equipment experience.
• NCCER certification.
• Valid TWIC Card.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience with carry-deck equipment, forklifts, and cranes up to 120 tons.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including sitting, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and using hands and fingers.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to work at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces when required.
• Sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to perform job responsibilities safely.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered construction equipment to excavate, move, or grade earth; erect structures; and move products, equipment, or materials in industrial work areas.
• Use levers and pedals to raise, lower, and rotate booms; operate load lines, blades, or buckets.
• Move blades, buckets, booms, and loads by sight or in response to signals from a helper.
• Inspect equipment for defective parts and report defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Start engines and operate throttles, switches, levers, and pedals.
• Signal truck drivers to position trucks for loading dirt, rocks, and other materials.
• Avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, other equipment, workers, and falling objects.
• Clean, maintain, and lubricate equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed