Heavy/Highway Equipment Operator

Caracas Construction Corporation•Ludlow, MA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Caracas Construction is seeking a Heavy/Highway Equipment Operator to run heavy construction equipment on its' roadway construction sites. The operator will run a variety of equipment through the course of a project, including, but not limited to: rubber tired excavators, track excavators, loaders, skidsteers, backhoes, rollers, and graders. Operators must be safety conscious, quick thinking, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Type of Work: Trenching and backfilling for Water Pipes, Sewer Pipes, and Drain Pipes. Excavation and grading for sidewalks, curbing, and roadways.

Requirements

3+ years of relevant experience running heavy equipment on construction sites
2A Hoisting Engineer License
OSHA 10 Certification
DOT Physical
US Work Authorization
US Valid Drivers License

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment to achieve production goals.
Work in conjunction with laborers to accomplish tasks.
Able to understand and work within the boundaries of a roadway traffic setup.
Ensure equipment is kept clean, properly lubricated, and fueled.
Handling, placing, and removing heavy objects such as concrete structures, trench boxes, and steel plates.
Ability to operate with various attachments, including hammers, rammers, and various buckets.