Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Summary

About the role

Work under the direction from General Foreman or Superintendent on daily tasks for crew. Operates a variety of heavy equipment including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Always represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Precision positioning of equipment, lifting heavy machinery and components, as well as beams and lumber.
• Operate equipment to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth, and width and grade.
• Perform daily inspection on machinery and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation in compliance with company standards.
• Operate forklifts, extenda booms, and bundle trucks to support construction and maintenance activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• May be required to train and supervise apprentices.
• Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years’ heavy equipment operator experience, preferably in refinery environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and protocols.
• Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment.
• Able to run several types of equipment (forklifts, manlifts, etc.).
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments about issues and solutions.
• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems is essential, along with the ability to read and interpret technical schematics and manuals.
• Complete the Company’s Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client/Site specific training.
• MUST obtain and maintain active status within the appropriate drug testing program.
• MUST pass background check.
• MUST have TWIC card.
• MUST have a 20-hour high hazard facility training card.
• MUST have Verification of 8,000 craft related hours OR Graduated journeyperson status preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Able to hear, speak, understand and communicate effectively.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work from platforms while utilizing proper fall protection and safety protocols.
• Work outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long periods of time, up to 12 hours a day.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.

Benefits

Full benefits package including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.