Operators, Dirt Equipment. Bogalusa Louisiana

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Bogalusa, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Overland Contracting Inc., a Black & Veatch company, is hiring dirt equipment operators for a construction role in Bogalusa, Louisiana. The operator runs one or more types of powered construction equipment to excavate, move, and grade material. Equipment may include track loaders, dozers, backhoes, excavators, scrapers, graders, side booms, boring machines, and extended-boom forklifts. This is a full-time, craft (non-union) position; relocation is not available. Operators work on construction sites and are responsible for safe equipment operation, equipment inspections and basic maintenance, coordination with crew members, and adherence to project specifications and safety procedures. The role requires physical labor outdoors, potentially for shifts of up to 12 hours and in varied or extreme weather conditions. The position is considered safety sensitive.

Requirements

At least 3 years or 6,000 hours of experience working as an equipment operator.
Strong working knowledge of operating and rigging crafts, equipment operating limitations, and safe work practices for each piece of equipment operated.
An executed Medical Examiner's Certificate must be on file before operating equipment.
A commercial driver's license is required when equipment will be operated on public roads.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds, repetitive movement, and climbing and maintaining balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical labor in varied temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Ability to work in cramped or cluttered spaces, awkward positions, and uneven areas; see and hear naturally or with correction; and perform the required range of motion and flexibility.

Nice To Haves

NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations certification.
NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction certification.
NCCER Rigger certification.
NCCER Site Layout certification.

Responsibilities

Operate powered construction equipment to excavate, move, load, and grade material according to project specifications.
Operate equipment controls and attachments, and assemble and operate compressors and pumps as assigned.
Clean, grease, and oil equipment; document maintenance logs; and conduct and document daily equipment inspections.
Coordinate equipment movements and loads with crew members using hand or audio signals.
Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, and other materials using applicable construction equipment.
Check site fuel supplies to ensure adequate availability.
Drive and maneuver equipment to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks and to distribute and level earth or terrain.
Calculate material slopes and grades and apply knowledge of trenching and excavation requirements and regulations.
Avoid hazards and obstructions, locate underground services before work begins, and follow equipment Red Tag procedures.
Hold an OCI Equipment Qualification card endorsing the equipment unit being operated.
Follow load-capacity charts and ensure proper equipment support for its capacity and type.
Monitor the travel of loads and take appropriate action to prevent injury or property damage.
Participate in safety programs, pre-job planning, and safety discussions; identify and mitigate hazards; report concerns; and use stop-work authority when needed.
Report accidents and near misses to a supervisor and participate in investigations as needed.
Recognize and respond appropriately to safety hazards and warning devices, follow safety rules, and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers and fractions accurately.