Heavy Equipment Operator
About The Position
The Heavy Equipment Operator position reports directly to the Jobsite Foreman and Project Manager daily. A Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as loaders and excavators while supporting a pipe crew and/or miscellaneous grading and earthwork projects. Candidate is expected to communicate with the jobsite foreman, crews, and project manager to carry out tasks on the job and ensure jobsite safety of each individual working. At the beginning of each day the Heavy Equipment Operator is expected to inspect equipment and ensure it is in good working condition and safe to run. While also ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of company provided vehicle, and/or equipment. An ideal candidate has familiarity with “Blue Stakes” & what the various colored markings are for each utility.
Requirements
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret plans / blueprints.
- Ability to safely operate all types of heavy equipment used on jobsites.
- Must be literate with smart phones & tablets as they are used for clocking in, and out each day.
- Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in operating heavy machinery (excavator, loader, etc.).
- Minimum of 1 year experience in grading, earthwork, and/or underground utility construction.
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. continuously throughout the day.
- Competency and awareness of surroundings to identify safety hazards.
- Employee is regularly required to sit, climb, talk, hear, and use fingers.
- Reliable transportation to and from the jobsite daily.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with “Blue Stakes” & what the various colored markings are for each utility.
Responsibilities
- Operating heavy machinery such as loaders and excavators.
- Supporting a pipe crew and/or miscellaneous grading and earthwork projects.
- Communicating with the jobsite foreman, crews, and project manager to carry out tasks.
- Ensuring jobsite safety.
- Inspecting equipment at the beginning of each day to ensure it is in good working condition and safe to run.
- Ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of company provided vehicle, and/or equipment.
Benefits
- Company Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
- Health, Dental, & Vision insurance
- Paid Holiday’s
- Paid Vacation
- 401K Plan Company Match Up To 5%
- $500 SIGN ON BONUS PAID AFTER 120 DAYS OF CONTINUOUS EMPLOYMENT
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
