RS Grounds Senior Heavy Equipment Operator (Full Time)
About The Position
The Senior Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating commercial vehicles and heavy equipment used in construction, roadway maintenance, landscaping, grounds maintenance, excavation, and related operations. The role serves as a lead operator, guiding team members, ensuring compliance with safety requirements, and inspecting and maintaining vehicles and equipment. The position also supports department work as needed, including keeping work areas and the golf course clean and assisting other positions. The role works outdoors in varying weather conditions. Work shifts and days are determined by the manager, and more than 40 hours per week may be required when needed.
Requirements
- Special CDL license required to operate commercial vehicles on private, county, and state highways and roadways.
- Safely operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, backhoes, skid steers, rollers, and other specialized machinery.
- Three years of work-related experience.
- Driver’s safety certification required by DOT.
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving abstract, with no moving violations in the past five years.
- Ability to communicate verbally with employees and the manager.
- Ability to work outdoors in sun and/or wind for most of the shift; climb in and out of equipment; sit and operate equipment using gears and foot pedals for most of the shift; use hand and power tools; bend and stoop to inspect vehicles and equipment; and lift, carry, push, or pull up to and over 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Operate CDL-required commercial vehicles, including refuse dump trucks, flatbeds, and equipment transport trailers.
- Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, backhoes, skid steers, rollers, and other specialized machinery.
- Transport equipment, materials, and supplies to and from job sites and the landfill.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation.
- Perform daily equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, lubrication, and minor repairs.
- Read and interpret work orders and project specifications as needed.
- Lead and assist crews with construction, maintenance, grading, excavation, landscaping, and grounds projects.
- Ensure work is completed efficiently and in accordance with safety standards and project requirements.
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions, hazards, and repair needs.
- Maintain equipment operating logs, fuel records, and maintenance reports.
- Assist with emergency response activities, including storm cleanup, debris removal, and road restoration.
- Train and mentor junior equipment operators and laborers.
- Comply with DOT, OSHA, company, and local regulatory requirements.
- Perform manual labor and other tasks as needed to support the team.
- Assist with fueling all commercial vehicles in the fleet.
- Assist other positions in the department and keep the work area and golf course clean by picking up rubbish.
- May direct lower-rated positions in the department.
Benefits
- Medical, drug, vision, and dental care
- Life insurance
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Dining and golf discounts
- Team member recognition programs
- Training and career opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
