Heavy Equipment Operator

Charah Solutions Inc.•Brooksville, FL

About The Position

This position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating heavy construction equipment, which may include a backhoe, front-end loader, dozer, excavator, and/or motor grader. The operator must be able to control, maneuver, and navigate various track- and wheel-driven equipment productively and with a high degree of grading and excavation accuracy. The role requires a thorough understanding of construction surveying, including grade control and elevations specified in engineered plans and specifications. The position involves working in internal and external environments and requires a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Operators must be able to work independently and as part of a team, work under pressure and time constraints in a changing environment, and communicate effectively. Charah Solutions offers competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid short- and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) with company contribution after one year, paid time off, an acknowledged safety record, and well-maintained equipment.

Requirements

At least three years of experience operating heavy equipment in a construction or similar environment.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to climb, maintain body equilibrium, reach, grasp, bend, and walk, stand, or sit for extended periods.
Ability to hear and see naturally or with correction.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work under pressure, with time constraints, in a changing environment.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating in a production-focused environment.
Experience using GPS grading systems such as Trimble or Topcon.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in ash management, structural fills, and landfills.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Load and/or move materials such as ash, dirt, and rock using heavy construction equipment.
Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over work areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, and rocks, and to distribute and level earth or terrain.
Coordinate machine actions with other activities and position or move loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and determine when maintenance is needed and what kind is required.
Quickly and repeatedly adjust machine controls to exact positions as necessary.
Learn, follow, and promote all safety regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.