Operator Heavy Equipment 1

Zachry Group • Port Sulphur, LA

21h

About The Position

An Industrial Heavy Equipment Operator operates construction equipment to move earth, including equipment such as a CAT 140M blade with GPS, JD 750K dozer with GPS, CAT 349 track hoe, and 740 trucks. The role is responsible for equipment safety and inspections and may assist with repairs. When not operating equipment, the employee is expected to assist other crafts and perform other job-site tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a dirt equipment operator in heavy industrial construction.
• Experience and knowledge operating construction equipment, including bobcats, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, backhoes, rollers, and graders.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to inspect equipment.
• Knowledge of soil types.
• Knowledge of excavating and the specifications required for a given excavation.
• Ability to follow instructions correctly and safety regulations.
• Reliability, accountability, and consistency in administrative processes such as equipment inspection paperwork.
• Ability to work on time and follow the designated schedule, including overtime as needed with proper notification.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Must have required tools and reliable transportation.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle records check.

Nice To Haves

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate various construction equipment to move earth precisely.
• Inspect equipment and maintain equipment inspection paperwork.
• Take responsibility for safety while operating equipment and follow instructed safety regulations.
• Follow signal directions from a signaler during equipment operations when required.
• Assess the work area for safety issues and required processes, and plan equipment operations.
• Assist with repairs when needed.
• Assist other crafts and perform other job-site tasks when not operating equipment.

What This Job Offers

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