Equipment Operator

About the role

Operate several types of power construction equipment to excavate, lift, move, and grade earth, fill materials, machines, products or supplies, erect structural and reinforcing steel, and pour concrete or other hard surface paving materials in a safe and timely manner with the highest quality possible.

Responsibilities

Equipment Operator classes and associated duties:

Light Equipment Operator

• Operate power construction equipment such as backhoe, Bobcat, towed compactor, elevator, farm tractor, smooth-surface forklift (battery or propane powered, stand-up or sit-down), hand truck, scissor lift, power broom, and water wagon
• Tow, drive, move, load, and off-load material for construction purposes

Medium Equipment Operator

• Operate power construction equipment such as bulldozer (less than D-6), self-propelled compactor, rough-terrain forklift, front-end loader (rubber tire, less than 1 yard bucket), and trucks over 2 tons (dump, multi-axle)
• Know OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices, swing barricades, and backup alarms
• Read survey stakes for alignment and grading
• Verify load weights, understand standard hand signals, operate within equipment manufacturer’s specified limits, and read and interpret load charts (Drott operators)

Heavy Equipment Operator

• Operate power construction equipment such as batch plant, track backhoe, bulldozer (D-6 and above), dragline, drum hoist (excluding air electric tugger), track and rubber-tire front-end loaders (one yard bucket and above), Gradall, motor grader, and scraper
• Excavate, move, and grade earth for construction purposes
• May direct workers placing blocks and outriggers on cranes
• Know OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices, swing barricades, and backup alarms
• Read survey stakes for alignment and grading

All Equipment Operators

• Move hand levers, adjust hand wheels, and depress pedals to drive machines and control attachments such as trailers
• Maintain equipment using grease gun and oil can; inspect tires and fluid levels
• Fastening attachments; connect hydraulic hoses, belts, and linkages
• Perform minor repairs
• Maintain radio contact with supervisor
• Inspect equipment daily to ensure safe operation before use
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field
• May require a CDL, Class A or B
• May require annual physical examination
• May require certification prior to operating some equipment
• Truck operators may require a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction
• Basic math skills to calculate load weights and balance points
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment, and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
• May be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Wellness programs
• Career development opportunities
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions