HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – HEAVY CIVIL

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous heavy equipment operation experience or training required.
• Basic mechanical skills preferred.
• Must have good depth perception and coordination to operate machine controls.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. CDL is preferred, but not required.
• CDL is required for operating water trucks if trained and obtained.
• Willing to travel/relocate to assigned job site location within the region.
• Must be able to interpret and apply verbal and/or written instructions in English.

Essential Job Functions

• Operates equipment in a safe and professional manner at various job site locations.
• Maintains equipment in a safe and clean condition. Performs pre- and post-trip equipment inspections. Checks fluid levels, tires/tracks, lights, and other controls for safe operation. Fuels equipment. Greases moving parts using a hand-held grease gun. Informs Shop/Field Technician of any maintenance or repairs needed.
• May assist with Construction Laborer duties at various job sites as needed. May perform physical tasks involved with civil construction.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• May assist Shop/Field Technician with equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
• May perform other duties as needed.