4716 - Operator Equipment - Heavy 1

About the role

The Operator Equipment - Heavy 1 position at Overland Contracting Inc. requires a strong working knowledge of operating and rigging crafts, with at least 1 year of experience as an equipment operator. Candidates must also have a valid Commercial Driver’s License and possess the necessary certifications, including NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations, NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction, NCCER Rigger, and NCCER Site Layout.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of power construction equipment to move objects or material according to project specifications.
• Assemble and operate compressors and pumps; operate levers and pedals on assigned equipment to lower bucket or scoop up material and to lift, swing, or dump material.
• Adjust hand wheels and depress foot pedals to drive machines and control attachments, such as blades, buckets, scrapers, and swing booms.
• Document maintenance logs on assigned equipment.
• Perform daily inspections of equipment and document results on daily log.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, crawler tractors, shovels, graders, or related equipment.
• Check fuel supplies at sites to ensure adequate availability.
• Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks or to distribute and level earth or terrain.
• Calculate slopes and grades of materials.
• Locate underground services, such as pipes or wires, prior to beginning work.
• Understand and implement Red Tag procedures relating to equipment in a safe manner.
• Follow Load capacity charts and assure proper equipment support based on equipment capacity and type.
• Document and take appropriate action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.
• Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries.
• Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised. Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Listen to co-workers’ suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate.

Requirements

To qualify for this position, candidates must have at least 1 years of experience as an equipment operator and a strong working knowledge of the operating and rigging crafts. 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.

Qualifications

Candidates must have the following certifications: NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations, NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction, NCCER Rigger, and NCCER Site Layout.

Skills

A strong working knowledge of the operating and rigging crafts, with at least 1 year of experience as an equipment operator, is required. Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License and possess the necessary certifications.

Benefits

Black & Veatch offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio including medical, dental, and vision insurances, life insurance, a robust wellness program, and a company matched 401k plan. Additional benefits include vendor discounts, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft and credit monitoring services, and the B&V Credit Union. BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations.