Operator Coordinator - Construction

Kokosing•Richmond, VA

24d

About The Position

The Operator Coordinator evaluates, schedules, and develops heavy equipment operators to support safety, productivity, and quality in the field. The role supports recruitment and hiring for the Kokosing Group of Companies through interview translation, pre-employment operator skills assessments, and administration of the Operator Expectations Quiz. It coordinates operator placement based on individual skills and evaluates candidates’ technical abilities to recommend appropriate assignments. The position trains new operators and works with experienced operators to keep their skills and training current, including awareness of new techniques and methods. It builds working relationships with operators, mechanics, superintendents, management, Local Unions, trade schools, and the skilled craft community to support communication and recruitment. The coordinator also inspects equipment for proper maintenance and safety, confirms operators understand proper equipment processes, raises deficiencies or concerns with the appropriate supervisor, and monitors equipment use to ensure it stays within rated capacities. Approximately 90% of job duties are performed in the field. About 80% of the time is spent observing and mentoring operators, and 20% working with management, office associates, educators, and vendors. Responsibilities may change or include other functions assigned from time to time.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, with at least five years of experience as an operator in the construction industry.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Basic computer skills.
Skill in dirt-moving equipment and techniques.
Knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations and guidelines.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

Support recruitment and hiring of equipment operators, including providing interview translation, conducting pre-employment operator skills assessments, and administering the Operator Expectations Quiz.
Coordinate operator placement based on knowledge of each operator’s skills and recommend placements that benefit both the company and the operator.
Evaluate operator candidates’ technical skills.
Train new operators to develop and improve equipment operation skills.
Work with experienced operators to keep equipment operation skills and training current and maintain awareness of new techniques and methods.
Develop and maintain working relationships with operators, mechanics, superintendents, and management to facilitate communication and coordination in field operations.
Inspect equipment to ensure proper maintenance and safety procedures.
Ensure operators understand proper equipment processes and bring deficiencies or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
Monitor equipment use to ensure it is operated within rated capacities.
Maintain relationships with Local Unions, trade schools, and the skilled craft community to find and hire qualified operator candidates.