Loader Operator - Waddell, AZ

Sundt Construction • Tempe, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Sundt is hiring a Loader Operator for a construction project in Waddell, Arizona. The project involves installing civil utilities; roadway excavation and grading; site mass excavation and balance; and asphalt paving and hardscaping to support construction of a combustion turbine power generation plant. The anticipated project duration is approximately two years. The operator safely operates a variety of heavy equipment and is responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-arounds to help ensure assigned equipment is safe to operate. The role requires availability for overtime as needed and successful completion of pre-employment drug testing. Compensation is $30–$38 per hour, depending on experience (DOE).

Requirements

• At least five years of experience is requested in the job description, preferably in heavy civil or road construction.
• The minimum experience requirement varies by level: three years for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, and six or more years for higher experience levels in industrial/commercial construction.
• In-depth understanding of the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety standards, and quality standards.
• Ability to effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
• Ability to climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects.
• Ability to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, and vest.
• Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• Must be available for overtime as needed.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Heavy civil or road construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a variety of heavy equipment, including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, dump trucks, and water trucks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-arounds of assigned equipment to assure safe operation.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
• Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
• Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
• Look for opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
• Share knowledge and teach others.
• Inspect subordinates’ work, ensure accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies, and take necessary corrective action.
• Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transporting, material storage, and wasted time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed