Operator (Telehandler/Loader) - General Contractor

SHOOK CONSTRUCTION COSiler City, NC
1dOnsite

About The Position

As an Operator, you will be responsible for operatingequipment to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment at construction sites. Your expertise in operation, safety protocols, and load management will be crucial in ensuring efficient and secure lifting operations. You will collaborate with the construction team to meet project requirements and contribute to the successful completion of construction projects.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
  • Motor Vehicle report required.
  • Occasionally must stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and climb and balance.
  • Must be able to talk, hear, taste, smell, and use hands to finger, handle, and feel.
  • Seldom may have to stoop, crouch, or crawl.
  • May need to occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.
  • The following are the vision requirements for the job: physical, close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

  • Operate various types of equipment to lift, move, and position heavy materials, equipment, and structures.
  • Inspect and maintain the equipment before and after each use, ensuring proper functionality and reporting any issues or malfunctions to supervisors.
  • Interpret project plans, blueprints, and specifications to understand lifting requirements and determine optimal positioning.
  • Safely and skillfully maneuver the controls to accurately lift and place materials at designated locations.
  • Calculate load capacities, rigging configurations, and perform weight distribution calculations to ensure safe lifting operations.
  • Collaborate with signalers, spotters, and other construction team members to coordinate crane movements and ensure site safety.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and operate in a responsible manner, considering surrounding workers, structures, and environmental conditions.
  • Maintain accurate records of operations, including logs, equipment inspections, and maintenance activities.
  • Continuously update knowledge and skills related to operation techniques, safety practices, and industry regulations.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to understand project requirements and execute lifting operations accordingly.
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