Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality.
About the role
The Heavy Construction Equipment Operator must be able to operate a skid steer, loader, dozer, crusher, or excavator according to project specifications. The individual will be responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment daily. This position requires travel and offers a $1000 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days.
Responsibilities
- Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals
- Assist with setup and tear down of plants
- Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment as required or directed by supervisor
- General housekeeping of equipment and plants daily or as directed by supervisor
- Lift objects weighing 80 lb. on a regular basis
- Use a shovel to move material as necessary
- Perform all duties within safety guidelines set up by MSHA and company policy
- Perform pre-shift inspections on equipment prior to startup
- Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Able to operate equipment efficiently to maintain project specifications
- Mechanical knowledge of equipment and ability to perform routine maintenance
- Basic knowledge of welding and using a cutting torch
- Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy
- MSHA part 46 and/or part 48 certification or willingness to obtain (company will pay for certification)
- Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, rain, and snow
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
- Work well in a team environment
- Travel will be required