Heavy Equipment Operator

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • Frankfort, IN

19h • $22

About The Position

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Generic: All Skilled Trades Level 02 Jobs Responsible for operating heavy equipment to support rail track construction projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience with heavy equipment operation
• Must be able to operate a backhoe and front-end loader etc.
• Must be willing and able to travel out of town to job sites for extended periods.
• Must have a sharp eye for detail.
• Superior communication skills: Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.
• Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with the typical problems that occur in track construction.
• Certification required if operating on track controlled by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with rail construction equipment a plus
• Knowledge of laser and machine control a plus as well as blueprint reading.
• A CDL would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates loaders, backhoes, excavator, bulldozer etc. in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials and supplies.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Performs all duties in conformance to company safety standards.
• Operators would also perform duties of track laborer when necessary.

Benefits

• Benefits available on day one!
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Company Paid Benefits: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Vacation Benefits available after 1 year
• 401k

What This Job Offers

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