Heavy Equipment Operator

JF•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment will include Dump trucks, backhoe, excavators, front-end loaders, compactors, skid steers and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects. This position is responsible for operating heavy earth-moving equipment in demolition, shoring and excavation, removal and placement of earth materials and grading surfaces with detail to wet and dry underground utilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, required.
Verbal and writing skills (English language).
Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction and safety practices, Heavy equipment operating preferred
Computer experience, including the ability to e-mail reports, upload and download pictures and information.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, Class A preferred.
Ability to repetitively lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds, frequent bending, stooping, standing 8-10 hours per day.
Must be able to meet company’s employment requirements, which includes passing a drug screen, background check, and MVR, if driving for the company.

Responsibilities

Must be proficient in various aspects of civil work. (earthwork, infrastructure, structural work, etc.)
Understand and have the ability to read scopes of work, plans and specifications and soils reports while applying their effects on the work being conducted.
Reviews drawings
Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
Advise the project manager of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
Participate in routine maintenance
Practice workplace safety
Fuel equipment as required
Ability to read and write to record daily records
Work outside in weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat
Willing to travel frequently
Interprets information on grade stakes

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) with company match (now 100% match up to 4%)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Health benefits (eligible 1st of the month following 30 days) including Medical, Vision, Dental, Disability
Life insurance-company provided
Bonus program eligibility
Paid training for field personnel
Uniforms provided for field personnel.
Relocation Assistance will be considered for qualified candidates