Equipment Operator III

Responsibilities

• Observe and comply with all company and specific site safety and project policies
• Supply input to Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and frequent improvements or changes to Job Safety Analysis Plan (JSAP)
• Perform daily pre-inspection and on-going maintenance checks while operating equipment
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life according to all relevant policies and procedures
• Excavate, move, and grade earth/aggregate or mix ingredients according to site specifications and within limitations of equipment in a safe and productive manner as determined by site construction conditions
• Constant inspection and surveillance of surroundings before and during operation to ensure safe ground or slope conditions exist, as well as adequate distance observed for other equipment or personnel
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with others by all means possible (visual or radio contact) including interpreting hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed or loaded
• Work independently and conduct tasks with limited supervision
• May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation
• Care for and maintain equipment being operated, including daily cleaning and maintenance
• Report all equipment maintenance issues to superintendent
• Follow directions and learn from senior operators and superintendents

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices
• Requires the ability to read survey stakes for alignment and grading
• Perform duties of equipment operator while using different levels of PPE, which may include respiratory equipment
• Perform duties of equipment operator while working in all safe outdoor weather conditions
• Ability to travel over extended periods of time on short notice preferred
• Read, write, and understand math and English preferred
• Must be able to read and properly interpret load charts for associated heavy equipment and manufacturer approved attachments
• Required to pass skills test prior to operating equipment
• Must be able to understand and demonstrate limitations of equipment
• Reliably show up on time for work five to seven days a week as required
• Must have access to reliable transportation to get to and from the job site daily

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Five or more years of equipment operating experience
• General construction experience preferred
• MSHA Certification a plus
• Field verification of operator experience 40-Hour HAZWOPER training with current 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher preferred
• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) preferred