Loader Operator - Waddell, AZ

Sundt•Tempe, AZ

10d•$30 - $38•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 position requires at least five years of experience, preferably in heavy civil or road construction, and availability for overtime as needed. The role is safety-sensitive and requires passing pre-employment drug testing. The operator safely operates a variety of heavy equipment, including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, dump trucks, and water trucks. The operator is responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-arounds of assigned equipment to ensure safe operation. The position requires producing quality work safely and productively, maintaining effective working relationships, communicating work needs, seeking improvements, sharing knowledge, and helping ensure work conforms to plans and specifications. The job involves working up to 12-hour shifts and performing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions. Sundt describes itself as a 100% employee-owned contractor and offers competitive pay, benefits, incentive programs, and training focused on personal and professional growth.

Requirements

At least five years of experience is requested in the posting summary; the minimum requirements section specifies experience by level: three years for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, and six or more years for Level IV.
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.
Availability for overtime as needed.
Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
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.
Frequent use of hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects; frequent reaching above shoulder height and below the waist; occasional stooping, kneeling, or bending.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.

Nice To Haves

Heavy civil or road construction experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a variety of heavy construction 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 help ensure 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.
Demonstrate proficiency in preventative maintenance for related equipment.
Inspect subordinates’ work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies, and take necessary corrective action.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transportation, material storage, and wasted time.