Operator Coordinator - Construction

Kokosing Industrial•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Operator Coordinator evaluates, schedules, and develops heavy equipment operators to support safety, productivity, and quality in the field. The position supports operator recruitment and hiring, evaluates candidates’ technical skills, and coordinates operator placement based on their capabilities and the needs of both the company and the operator. It provides training to new operators and helps experienced operators keep their equipment skills and training current, including awareness of new techniques and methods. The role also supports safe equipment operation by inspecting equipment, ensuring operators understand proper operating processes, and bringing deficiencies or concerns to the appropriate supervisor. The Operator Coordinator monitors equipment use to ensure it remains within rated capacities and develops working relationships with operators, mechanics, superintendents, management, Local Unions, trade schools, and the skilled craft community. Approximately 90% of duties take place in the field; about 80% of the time is spent observing and mentoring operators, and 20% working with management, office associates, educators, and vendors. The job description notes that duties and responsibilities may change or be assigned over 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 services, conducting pre-employment operator skills assessments, and administering the Operator Expectations Quiz.
Coordinate operator placement using personal interaction and knowledge of each operator’s skills to identify a suitable fit for the company and the operator.
Evaluate operator candidates on their technical skills and recommend placement.
Train new operators to develop and improve equipment operation skills.
Work with experienced operators to keep their equipment operation skills and training up to date and maintain awareness of new techniques and methods.
Build and maintain working relationships with operators, mechanics, superintendents, and management to support 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 identify and hire qualified operator candidates.