Demolition Highreach Operator

About the role

Veit is hiring an experienced High Reach Operator to join our Demolition team! We offer outstanding union benefits, competitive wages, and steady work with a respected industry leader. This position is primarily based in Rush Island, MO, where you’ll operate large specialty demolition excavators, including Ultra High Reach machines exceeding 75 feet, along with other heavy equipment as needed. Following project completion, travel to additional demolition sites throughout the region will be required.

Responsibilities

• Operates large sized specialty excavators and heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in demolition.
• Follows company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Bring problems to the attention of the project Foreman, Superintendent, General Superintendent or Safety Director.
• Follows daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and training.
• Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to project Foreman, Superintendent, General Superintendent or Safety Director.
• Aids in training entry level employees to perform maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned.
• Assists in identifying any underground and overhead utilities that have been located/exposed prior to excavating.
• Reviews trenching requirements with Superintendent and ensures any required protection is available.
• Keeps project foreman, superintendent, or general superintendent informed of known actions, written or verbal, which may affect the ability to successfully perform tasks at construction project sites or adversely affect Company operations.
• Makes repairs and maintains equipment in addition to other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience operating Ultra High Reach equipment (75’+).
• Five years+ experience operating specialty demolition excavators is required.
• At least five years’ industrial demolition experience preferred but not required.
• Considerable knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles.
• Ability to drive and operate heavy equipment under varying working conditions.
• OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and the ability to follow applicable safety precautions as well as view and understand Veit’s safety training video is required.
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations is also required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees, external vendors and other business associates.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be punctual and dependable.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Union affiliation or willingness to take the necessary steps to join the union.

Skills

• Strong commitment to safety and quality work.
• Willingness to travel to various job sites across the Midwest.

Benefits

If you're an experienced operator looking for rewarding work, excellent pay, and great benefits, we want to hear from you!

Pay

The base compensation range for this role is per the union contract or above scale for the union contract. For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, hourly rate and benefits may vary due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.

Schedule

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends. Work days are typically 8 to 12 hours long.