Heavy Equipment Operator

About the role

Texas Materials, a CRH company, is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our team. This position is available in various roles including Equipment Operator (Grade Crew), Heavy Equipment Operator, Screed Operator, Paver Operator, Roller Operator, Motor Grader Operator, Rubber Tire Loader Operator, Paddle Wheel Scraper Operator, Backhoe Operator, Excavator Operator, and Bobcat Operator.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights, safely and efficiently.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Perform daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Assist in training less-experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing, and repair of equipment to further their abilities.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1-2 years experience required.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements, i.e., CDL, Class A and/or B Driver with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Maintain current certification for all required equipment.

Work Requirements

• Must have valid driver’s license that meets state requirements.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs. constantly to move objects, 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
• Able to work at heights.
• Able to work in a team environment.