Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety-sensitive protocols and operate equipment in compliance with company, OSHA, and project safety standards.
• Operate heavy and light construction equipment including bulldozers, front-end loaders, excavators, rollers, backhoes, and related machinery in accordance with all company safety programs.
• Perform earthwork operations such as excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, slope cutting, ditch shaping, and structure demolition.
• Install underground utilities including sewer and water lines, storm drains, and RCP/CM pipe while working safely around existing utilities.
• Use GPS machine controls and follow grade stakes, plans, and directions from supervisors to achieve required tolerances.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections including pre-check, post-trip, fueling, and routine maintenance such as greasing, cleaning, and fluid checks.
• Complete daily equipment status reports and promptly report defects, hazards, or repair needs to supervision.
• Use hand tools such as wrenches and other tools required for minor adjustments or maintenance.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas around equipment and active construction zones.
• Perform physical motions required for equipment operation, including climbing, stretching, sitting, steering, twisting, kneeling, and squatting.
• Lift and carry materials up to 100 pounds as needed for equipment support or ground tasks.
• Work in varying weather conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, dust, and uneven terrain.
• Assist crews with labor tasks when equipment operation is not required.
• Travel to and from job sites and work overtime as needed to meet project schedules.

Requirements

Physical Demands: The Equipment Operator must be able to perform physical tasks such as climbing, kneeling, steering, twisting, and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds. This position requires the ability to work in varying weather conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, dust, and uneven terrain. The position also requires the ability to work overtime and travel to various job sites.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. A valid driver’s license is required. Valid OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Training Card is preferred but not required.

Skills

Proficiency with equipment such as bulldozers, loaders, excavators, rollers, and backhoes, including the ability to cut grade, work around underground utilities, and use GPS machine controls when required.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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