Heavy Equipment Operator

Constructors • Lincoln, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Constructors, Inc. is searching for a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate various heavy equipment involved in construction projects as required to build and maintain highways, roads, and other related infrastructure. The operator must abide by the Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 1 year experience operating heavy equipment; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid driver’s license
• Previous heavy equipment experience with some manual labor on plant equipment.
• Must be able to work according to seasonal and construction demand schedule; required to work a 12-hour shift, and during busy season the position may be required to work 5 to 6 days a week.
• Previous heavy equipment experience concentrating on Grade All, road grater, backhoe, track backhoe, and any other specialty equipment.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to sit in the equipment for extended periods of time and be subject to the bouncing of the seat in the equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence to carry out basic instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operates and maneuvers heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, graders, and pavers.
• Communicates with crew members to ensure actions of equipment are accurate to what is needed and safe to use in area.
• Conducts daily inspections and minor repairs on equipment to ensure usability; notifies appropriate personnel of issues or repairs needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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