Black & Veatch
Vidalia GA Operator Equipment - Heavy 2 1
Black & Veatch, Lyons, Georgia, United States, 30436
Vidalia Ga Operator Equipment - Heavy
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment (i.e. track loader, dozer, backhoe, excavator, scraper, grader, side boom, boring machine, RT Extended boom forklift, etc.) to excavate, move and/or grade material. Key Responsibilities
Operate gasoline, diesel, pneumatic or electric powered equipment to move objects or material according to project specifications. Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members. Calculate slopes and grades of materials. Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions. Must have in his/her possession an OCI Equipment Qualification card endorsing the unit being operated. Follow Load capacity charts and assure proper equipment support based on equipment capacity and type. Observe the travel of all loads and take appropriate action to avoid injury to personnel or damage to property. Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested. Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed. Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions. Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices. Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment. Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately. Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction NCCER Rigger NCCER Site Layout Minimum Qualifications
3+ years or 6,000 hours of working experience as an equipment operator and a strong working knowledge of the operating and rigging crafts is required. Must have working knowledge of the operating limitations and safe work practices associated with each piece of equipment being operated. A copy of the executed Medical Examiner's Certificate must be on file before any operation begins. Commercial driver's license is required when the equipment will be operated on public roads. Must be at least 18 years of age. Certifications
NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction NCCER Rigger NCCER Site Layout Work Environment/Physical Demands
Physical Demands: Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction. Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. Requires repetitive movement. Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. Work Environment: Typical construction site environment. Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. Work around hazardous equipment. This position is considered a safety sensitive position. Competencies
Salary Plan
EQU: Equipment Operations Job Grade
002
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment (i.e. track loader, dozer, backhoe, excavator, scraper, grader, side boom, boring machine, RT Extended boom forklift, etc.) to excavate, move and/or grade material. Key Responsibilities
Operate gasoline, diesel, pneumatic or electric powered equipment to move objects or material according to project specifications. Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members. Calculate slopes and grades of materials. Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions. Must have in his/her possession an OCI Equipment Qualification card endorsing the unit being operated. Follow Load capacity charts and assure proper equipment support based on equipment capacity and type. Observe the travel of all loads and take appropriate action to avoid injury to personnel or damage to property. Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested. Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed. Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions. Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices. Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment. Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately. Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction NCCER Rigger NCCER Site Layout Minimum Qualifications
3+ years or 6,000 hours of working experience as an equipment operator and a strong working knowledge of the operating and rigging crafts is required. Must have working knowledge of the operating limitations and safe work practices associated with each piece of equipment being operated. A copy of the executed Medical Examiner's Certificate must be on file before any operation begins. Commercial driver's license is required when the equipment will be operated on public roads. Must be at least 18 years of age. Certifications
NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction NCCER Rigger NCCER Site Layout Work Environment/Physical Demands
Physical Demands: Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction. Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. Requires repetitive movement. Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. Work Environment: Typical construction site environment. Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. Work around hazardous equipment. This position is considered a safety sensitive position. Competencies
Salary Plan
EQU: Equipment Operations Job Grade
002