HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/LABORER

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect and maintain equipment to manufacturers specifications
• Rigging, hoisting, and spotting for equipment movement according to written, verbal, and/or signaled instructions
• Soil leveling or ground manipulation for the transportation of equipment and materials
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues quickly and efficiently with the analytical ability to find solutions to difficult technical problems
• Complete all job-related duties as instructed by supervisor
• Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Tending and operating cement and concrete mixers, air compressors, generators, pumps and many other types of power equipment may also be required
• In addition to operating heavy equipment, applicants will be expected to operate specialized track mounted drills such as Klemm, Berretta, and TEI drills used in the geotechnical industry

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as an Equipment Operator in the construction industry
• Self-motivated and willing to travel
• Ability to work in a team environment with interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to perform physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks; to include frequent bending, kneeling and lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors in a high-stress environment with extreme weather fluctuations
• Capable of climbing and keeping balance on uneven areas
• Prior OSHA, First Aid, and/or Safety Training preferred
• Specific experience in ground improvement, grouting and/or earth retention a plus

Benefits

• Base pay rate is $22 to $30/hour - Actual pay rate is based on experience
• Extensive out of state travel at 4-5 weeks at a time is required