Heavy Equipment Operator

Primary Function

Operates a variety of heavy equipment including Cat 308 excavators, front-end loaders, skid-steers, trackhoes, backhoes, excavators, dozers, graders and trenchers.

Typical Duties

• Supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Loads and unloads equipment and supplies.
• Precision positions equipment, lifts heavy machinery and components, as well as beams and lumber.
• Operates equipment to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth, and width and grades.
• Works around existing underground utilities and tight areas.
• Understands shoring, soil classes and dewatering.
• Removes loosened material and puts in piles or transports to trucks.
• Identifies safety hazards and takes necessary corrective action.
• Performs all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

  Physical/Special Requirements

  • Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work from elevated or uneven surfaces.
  • Standing and walking for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces.
  • Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping.
  • Occasional climbing onto equipment and/or trailers.
  • Pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying objects weighing a minimum of 35 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds, with assistance.

  Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum of one (3) years of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience.
  • General knowledge of basic hand tools.
  • Passes equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment.
  • Completes Matrix Service Safety training, and/or Client/Site specific training.
  • Passes background check.
  • Maintains an active status within the applicable drug testing program.

  Benefits

  Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive 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.