Grade Crew Heavy Equipment Operator- Grand Junction, CO

About the role

This position is responsible for safe and efficient operation of various types of construction equipment on our job sites. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, base roller, and loaders.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on all equipment prior to use.
• Report any issues or concerns with equipment to supervisor immediately.
• Load and unload materials onto/from trucks, trailers, and other vehicles using various types of machinery.
• Operate excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, and other heavy equipment to move earth, clear debris, and level land.
• Dig trenches, holes, and other foundations as directed.
• Backfill excavations and compact soil using heavy equipment.
• Assist in the construction buildings, roads, bridges, and other.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of the aggregate, asphalt, and construction industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of earth moving and earth moving equipment preferred.
• CDL preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends, when necessary.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required, up to 75% of the time.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and productions areas as stated by OSHA and MSHA.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to handle or feel.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment;
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently;
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions;
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly;
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events;
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time;
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed; able to consistently work independently;
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work;
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

What CRH Offers You

• Hightly competitive base pay;
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs;
• Group retirement savings program;
• Health and wellness programs;
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

What We Offer You

• Highly competitive base pay;
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs;
• Group retirement savings program;
• Health and wellness programs;
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.