Operator - Detroit, MI

Quanta Services Inc • Hamtramck, MI

66d • Onsite

About The Position

IFS InfraSource is looking for an operator to join our team! Operators work with a team to safely install and replace underground utilities.  Duties for an Operator include working in an outdoor construction setting doing physically demanding work.  Operators utilize various construction equipment and assists craft workers in performing their assigned duties.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL
• DOT Medical Card
• Pass Pre-Employment drug screen and background check
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods with repeated lifting (Up to 50 lbs.), kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching
• High school Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Operate power equipment such as excavators, backhoes and front end loaders to excavate or move dirt, rock, sand, gravel and other materials.
• Push levers and depresses pedals to move machine, to lower, push/pull bucket into material and to lift, swing and dump contents of shovel into truck or stockpile or to power jackhammer.
• Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.
• Inspect and maintains equipment as required.
• May drive machine to work place, lift and move materials and objects, and operate according to signals from others.
• Dig, spread and level dirt, gravel or sand; and, mix, pour and spread concrete and asphalt using hand tools.
• Perform a variety of machine and non-machine tasks such as removing forms, placing pipe in trench, jack hammering and tapping.
• Exercise proper care, maintenance and operation of company equipment.
• Work harmoniously, cooperatively and courteously with others at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees