Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe in Sequim

Overview

JKT, Development Inc. is searching for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator to join their growing team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of light and heavy machinery including excavator, backhoe, grader, water truck, loader, roller, dozer, mini-excavator, and bobcat
• Safely and productively operate machinery assigned. Adapt to changing environment including traffic, soil conditions and weather
• Handle and/or move materials
• Work safely and follow all company policies
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Perform general labor duties as required
• Perform grading and staking for site preparation
• Assist supervisors and operators on excavating projects
• Work with and assist laborers when required
• Perform minor and routine maintenance on a variety of equipment
• Record and journal activities for projects
• Meet schedule and budget requirements assigned to the job
• Comply with Federal, state and local regulations
• Maintain safe and clean equipment, vehicles and work environment

Required qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years of experience in operating equipment
• Ability to operate a range of heavy-equipment and excavation equipment
• Proficient with using hand powered tools such as chainsaws, plate and jumping jack compactors
• Proficient with using a field laser level, sight-level and other surveying equipment
• Understand and interpret blueprints, plans and layouts and able to layout projects
• Ability to travel including but not limited to jobsites, quarries, suppliers
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-hire drug and criminal background investigation

Preferred qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to work independently within budgets with minimal direction
• Effective written and verbal communication; must be able to speak clearly
• Demonstrate attention/awareness to project timelines
• Excellent organization skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Effective time management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply

Employment type

• Full-time