Heavy Equipment Operator

Activities/Responsibilities/Duties

• Can independently perform the following: Blade, Dozer, Loader, Scraper, Forklift/Telehandler, Bobcat/Skidsteer, Roller, Backhoe, Excavator, Tractor

Skills/Abilities

• Follow prescribed safety regulations
• Knowledge of equipment listed above, their appropriate uses, and ability to detect machine malfunction
• Perform routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning
• Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication)
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, procedure manuals, and load charts
• Able to lift 50+ pound equipment, maneuvering them into their proper places
• Able to conduct repetitive actions, such as stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching
• Able to stand or walk for extended periods of time
• Able to follow precise instruction and receive feedback
• Experience working on construction projects preferred
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work well with others, including colleagues and supervisors
• Models behavior in safety, quality of work, attendance and punctuality, productivity, teamwork
• Actively embodies Signal’s Core Principles and the One Team Approach: including planning, communication, and collaboration
• Provides timely documentation of field decisions and reporting, such as Tier Boards and Production Tracking

Education and Experience Requirements

• GED or equivalent education
• Minimum 1 year experience
• Equipment certifications as required
• Current driver’s license of proper class and necessary endorsements as required by law

Essential Physical Requirements

• Important Interview Policy: To ensure a focused conversation and protect the privacy of both our candidates and team members, the use of AI note-takers, recording devices, or real-time transcription software is strictly prohibited during this interview.

Candidates Must Be Able To Work In All Weather Conditions

• As safety permits

May Also Include Exposure To

• Loud noises
• Dust
• Debris
• Other construction-related hazards