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Summary
The Equipment Operator will work collaboratively with the Laborers and Foreman for completion of jobsite activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ability to operate various pieces of heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, backhoes, etc.
Use various pieces of equipment to perform fine grading and finishing, sloping, and banking, backfilling, demolition, ditching, loading, excavating, and stockpiling.
Utilize GPS systems, read and understand grade stakes and hubs for grade control and finishing
Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
Work outdoors on location in all weather conditions and on all terrain
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment
Repair or assist in the repair and maintenance of the construction vehicles
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required including fluid and filter changes and parts lubrication
Clean equipment as scheduled or when required
Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored when finished for the day
Practice workplace safety per OSHA standards
Ability to work independently and to stay on top of the schedule
Willingness to do work outside of equipment operations, which includes but is not limited to general labor work
Maintains a neat appearance and dresses appropriately for the job
Good attendance
Is a team player, and communicates well
Presents a positive attitude about the company and the job
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Proven ability to operate heavy equipment
Valid driver/operator license
High school diploma or equivalent or at least one year of experience
Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance
Knowledge of basic equipment and vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
Must always present a professional image, representing self and company in a professional, courteous and respectful manner when dealing with customers, vendors, employees and the public
Skilled with various hand and power tools
Competent operating excavators, backhoe, trencher, etc.
Physical Requirements
Sit, stand, and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workday
Stand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the day
Bend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workday
Lift from 10 to 150 pounds
Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may be in loud environments
Must work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety of him/herself or others
Skills
Must be able to read and comprehend English
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.
All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employmentdrug test, background check, and motor vehicle recordcheck.
**Equal opportunity employer, including veterans, and individuals with disabilities**
Summary
The Equipment Operator will work collaboratively with the Laborers and Foreman for completion of jobsite activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ability to operate various pieces of heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, backhoes, etc.
Use various pieces of equipment to perform fine grading and finishing, sloping, and banking, backfilling, demolition, ditching, loading, excavating, and stockpiling.
Utilize GPS systems, read and understand grade stakes and hubs for grade control and finishing
Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
Work outdoors on location in all weather conditions and on all terrain
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment
Repair or assist in the repair and maintenance of the construction vehicles
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required including fluid and filter changes and parts lubrication
Clean equipment as scheduled or when required
Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored when finished for the day
Practice workplace safety per OSHA standards
Ability to work independently and to stay on top of the schedule
Willingness to do work outside of equipment operations, which includes but is not limited to general labor work
Maintains a neat appearance and dresses appropriately for the job
Good attendance
Is a team player, and communicates well
Presents a positive attitude about the company and the job
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Proven ability to operate heavy equipment
Valid driver/operator license
High school diploma or equivalent or at least one year of experience
Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance
Knowledge of basic equipment and vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
Must always present a professional image, representing self and company in a professional, courteous and respectful manner when dealing with customers, vendors, employees and the public
Skilled with various hand and power tools
Competent operating excavators, backhoe, trencher, etc.
Physical Requirements
Sit, stand, and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workday
Stand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the day
Bend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workday
Lift from 10 to 150 pounds
Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may be in loud environments
Must work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety of him/herself or others
Skills
Must be able to read and comprehend English
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.
All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employmentdrug test, background check, and motor vehicle recordcheck.
**Equal opportunity employer, including veterans, and individuals with disabilities**