Light Equipment Operator

About the role

This position is responsible for performing various job tasks on hazardous and non-hazardous waste sites. Work performed on hazardous waste sites may include possible exposure to lead, PCBs, H2S, arsenic, and various other metals, chemicals, and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate construction equipment including various haul trucks, loaders, skid steers, rollers, mini excavators, etc.
• May also operate larger equipment such as bulldozers and excavators on an as needed basis.
• Excavate, move, load out, or grade contaminated or non-contaminated earth.
• Demolition of various structures including, but not limited to buildings, aboveground storage tanks, underground pipelines, etc.
• Haul material in trucks to site unloading area. Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment or other materials as needed.
• Loading and unloading equipment from trailers.
• Lifting and setting heavy loads such as large pallets, pipe, and precast concrete.
• Able to read and understand construction specifications, construction plans, and operating procedures.
• Coverage of machine operations with other activities.
• Position and moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Ability to act as a flagger and spotter as necessary.
• Performing daily inspection and maintenance on assigned pieces of construction equipment including fuel, grease, and oil.
• Taking action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Providing labor support for activities such as erosion control installation, pump and hose positioning, and geotextile placement.
• Absorb and review Job Safety Analyses, observations, and other reports.
• Assist with the preparation and review of Job Safety Analyses, observations, and other reports.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 40-hour HAZWOPER training required.
• Per diem / living allowance and trips home.
• Subject to a background check & physical/drug screen.
• Must be able to wear PPE when needed.
• Will require frequent and extended travel to project sites.
• Schedule M-F, occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Knowledge: Must possess and demonstrate skills to safely operate various types of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and is knowledgeable of their uses and limitations.
• Experience: 1-3 years’ experience in operating a variety of other light construction equipment, preferably in environmental remediation projects. Experience with larger construction equipment is a plus.
• Education: HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Machines, Tools, Equipment Used: Rubber-tire or track construction equipment such as, loaders, tractors, articulated dump trucks, rollers, compactors, scrapers, skid steers, etc. Hand tools, power tools, trash pumps, air compressors, HDPE fusion welders, etc.
• Licenses/Certifications: HAZWOPER 40-hour training and current refresher. Valid state issued driver’s license required.