Operator Journeyperson

Sundt•Iva, SC

About The Position

Safely operates a variety of heavy equipment, including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, dump trucks, and water trucks. Responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-around inspections of assigned equipment to ensure safe operation. The role involves producing high-quality work safely and productively, maintaining positive working relationships with the crew, contributing to improvement efforts, and sharing knowledge with others. The position is safety-sensitive and may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least three years of industrial/commercial construction experience for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, or six or more years for the next experience level.
In-depth understanding of operating 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.
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.
Ability to frequently grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects with the hands.
Ability to frequently reach above shoulder height and below the waist, and occasionally stoop, kneel, or bend.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hardhat, and a vest.
Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.

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-around inspections of assigned equipment to ensure safe operation.
Maintain positive working relationships with all crew members.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
Identify 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 subordinate work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications; explain deficiencies and take corrective action as necessary.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transporting, material storage, and lost time.
Comply with applicable safety standards and procedures.