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At Guy F. Atkinson Construction, we pride ourselves on being a union contractor with a strong commitment to our employees, many of whom work in the field and are members of various labor unions. Our Operating Engineer positions, which include Apprentice, Journeyman, Foreman, and General Foreman roles, involve the operation of various machinery and equipment on construction job sites. These positions may also require preparing the site and assisting with other duties as assigned. The responsibilities of an Operating Engineer are diverse and critical to the success of our projects. Heavy Equipment Operators are expected to operate dozers, rollers, scrapers, forklifts, and other heavy machinery. Crane Operators not only run cranes but also ensure that all safety procedures are strictly followed. Additionally, the role includes maintaining and repairing heavy equipment of all types, which is essential for the smooth operation of our construction sites. Operators of portable rock plants must be adept at maintaining and repairing the plant while also running various types of equipment to support plant operations. The role also encompasses working with Asphalt, Rock, Sand, and Gravel Plants, which requires skills in electrical systems, welding, and conveyor belt repair, alongside operating support equipment such as loaders, dozers, excavators, skid-steers, and forklifts. Moreover, our Operating Engineers may perform inspections and testing for reinforced concrete, soils, structural masonry, prestressed concrete, structural steel, and welding. Dredging tasks involve using a dredge to excavate waterways, while surveyors are responsible for laying out high-rise buildings, roads, freeways, residential developments, dams, waterways, pipelines, airports, tunnels, and commercial and industrial developments. They perform specialized work including Boundaries, ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys, Deformation Surveys, Hydrographic Surveys, and As-Built Surveys, utilizing advanced technology such as Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Scanners, Drones, Robotic Instruments, and Computers. Concrete Pump Operators are tasked with running and operating truck-mounted boom pumps, line pumps, and separate placing booms, controlling the operation of the pump and directing the output of concrete. Additionally, the Operating Engineer Foreman will supervise, coordinate, and schedule a crew of operating engineers, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and safely. If you are interested in joining Atkinson Construction and becoming a union member, please contact your local union hall directly for more information. Our pay and benefits for craft roles are determined by Collective Bargaining Agreements with each of our Union partners.
