Scraper Operator

Fisher Industries•Dickinson, ND

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Scraper Operator operates heavy machinery to manipulate earth and rock at a construction site. Must be able to operate a scraper according to project specifications. The individual will be responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment daily. Position requires extensive overnight travel.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years old
Excellent hand, eye and foot coordination
Comfort working in a high-stress environment with extreme weather fluctuations
Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures
Able to operate equipment efficiently to maintain project specifications
Work well in a team environment.
Mechanical knowledge of equipment and being able to perform routine maintenance
Basic knowledge of welding and using a cutting torch
Position requires extensive overnight travel

Nice To Haves

2+ years' operating a diverse range of heavy equipment preferred
Ability to read grade stakes and operate transit preferred

Responsibilities

Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals
Assist with setup and tear down of plants
Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment as required or directed by supervisor
General housekeeping of equipment and plant daily or as directed by supervisor
Must be able to lift objects weighing 75 lb. on a regular basis
The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary
Perform all duties within safety guidelines set up by M.S.H.A. and company policy
Perform pre-shift inspections on equipment prior to startup
Report any incident to the Supervisor or safety team
Clean and maintain equipment -Perform routine inspection of assigned equipment and report any needed repair to the supervisor
Always maintain 3 points of contact on all pieces of equipment
Respond to signals and directions by other staff members and work in coordination with them
Operate the equipment in adherence to safety policies, procedures, job site and/or traffic laws
Report any safety violation to the Supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned