Heavy Equipment Operator (Logistics)
About The Position
The Heavy Equipment Operator is a skilled position responsible for the safe and efficient operation of construction equipment, including dozers, loaders, excavators, graders, and haul trucks. The role includes loading trucks, inspecting and maintaining equipment, and following safety, compliance, environmental, OSHA, and MSHA requirements. The operator follows the Foreman’s directions for daily tasks and may perform other duties as assigned. The position requires working outdoors in extreme hot and cold temperatures and exposure to conditions such as loud noise, dirt, dust, and fumes. A flexible schedule, including overtime and weekend hours, may be required. Successful candidates must complete a post-offer physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions also require FMCSA registration or clearance and ongoing alcohol and drug testing.
Requirements
- Experience operating heavy equipment, specifically large dozers, in a mining or construction environment.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment while following safety procedures.
- Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
- Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance, including checking tire pressure, oil, and water levels.
- Willingness to work outdoors in extreme hot and cold temperatures and other unusual conditions, including loud noise, dirt, dust, and fumes.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekend hours as required.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
- Some positions require FMCSA registration or clearance and ongoing alcohol and drug testing.
Nice To Haves
- MSHA training certification.
Responsibilities
- Operate front-end loaders, dozers, backhoes, haul trucks, and other mobile equipment.
- Load trucks and maintain proper quantities of material to be loaded.
- Follow the Foreman’s directions for daily tasks and expectations.
- Complete visual and daily safety inspections of equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, including checking oil, water, and tires.
- Follow established traffic patterns and avoid road hazards and other hazardous conditions.
- Follow safety, compliance, environmental, OSHA, and MSHA requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Retirement program
- Voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
