Heavy Equipment Operator - NEW ORLEANS

Essential Functions

Operating heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner at all times.
Daily maintenance of assigned equipment, including but not limited to: hydro/motor oil, coolant, turntables, belts, hoses, greasing of all zerk fittings, clean - free of mud, trash, debris both inside and out and fueling of equipment daily.
Ability to follow all safety instructions
Report ALL maintenance, repairs or damages to Foreman
Report ALL incidents/injuries/complaints, etc., major or minor, to Foreman

Requirements

• 1 year experience of operating heavy equipment (dozer, grader, tractor, large excavator and stabilizer)
• Ability to load trucks and knock down piles

Physical Requirements

• Mobility to perform vehicle operating duties
• Requires the mobility to perform vehicle operating duties. The Heavy Equipment Operator has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects.
• Work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold

Success Factors/Job Advancements

• Team Player
• Team Productivity
• Accuracy and timeliness of Projects
• Able to Multi-Task
• Flagger
• Certified CPR/First Aid
• Certified OSHA 10 TCT
• Leadership Advancement Training

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Frequent use of hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Must wear safety vest, hard hat, gloves, safety shoes, and safety glasses while on site

Mandatory for All Employees and Subcontractors On-Site

• Safety Vest
• Hardhat
• Gloves
• Safety Shoes
• Safety Glasses