Civil Heavy Equipment Operator

Activities/Responsibilities/Duties

• Can independently perform the following: Blade, Dozer, Loader, Scraper, Forklift/Telehandler, Bobcat/Skidsteer, Roller, Backhoe, Excavator, Tractor

Skills/Abilities

• Follow prescribed safety regulations
• Knowledge of equipment listed above, their appropriate uses, and ability to detect machine malfunction
• Perform routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning
• Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication)
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, procedure manuals, and load charts
• Able to lift 50+ pound equipment, maneuvering them into their proper places
• Able to conduct repetitive actions, such as stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching
• Able to stand or walk for extended periods of time
• Able to follow precise instruction and receive feedback
• Experience working on construction projects preferred
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work well with others, including colleagues and supervisors
• Models behavior in safety, quality of work, attendance and punctuality, productivity, teamwork
• Actively embodies Signal’s Core Principles and the One Team Approach: including planning, communication, and collaboration
• Provides timely documentation of field decisions and reporting, such as Tier Boards and Production Tracking

Education and Experience Requirements

• GED or equivalent education
• Minimum 1 year experience
• Equipment certifications as required
• Current driver’s license of proper class and necessary endorsements as required by law

Essential Physical Requirements

• Work in all weather conditions, as safety permits
• May also include exposure to loud noises, dust, debris, and other construction-related hazards