Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Bettis Companies in Topeka

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Job Summary

The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment on a construction jobsite in a safe manner. The Equipment Operator must complete prestart checks, assist with fluid checks, securing the equipment, cleaning, and other duties as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operating equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to company policy, as well as manufacturers guidelines
• Performing daily maintenance and safety checks
• Cleaning equipment as required
• Ensuring that equipment is secured at the end of the shift

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned

Typical Equipment

The Equipment Operator may operate, but not limited to, the following equipment:

• Finish & Grade Compaction Roller
• Tractor
• Skid-Steer Loader
• Power Broom
• Cement Pump
• Breakdown Roller
• Screed Operator
• Trackhoe
• Backhoe
• Finish Blade
• Finish Bulldozer
• Finish Loader Operator
• Rough Loader
• Rough Dozer
• Rough Blade
• Material Transfer Vehicle
• Concrete Curing Machine/Slipform Texturing Machine
• Central Mix Concrete Plant
• Asphalt Plant
• Pugmill
• Concrete Saw Lead
• Autograde Lead
• Soil Stabilizer
• Laydown Machine/Asphalt Paver
• Slurry Machine Operator

Physical Demands

• Climb ladder 8-10 feet to access equipment operating station
• Keep equipment moving along specified path to ensure equipment is processing material to required specifications
• Remove excess built up material at the end of shift using a scrapper and shovel, periodically the Equipment Operator may need to use jack or chipping hammers

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Construction