Light Equipment Operator
Matrix Service · Emporia, VA · 6 days ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Primary Function
Operate Forklift, Skid Steer, Cat 308, Excavator and trencher which digs holes and trenches and removes and transports earth, gravel and other such materials.
Typical Duties
- Actively support the Company's commitment to safety and its Core Values
- Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards, while adhering to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
- To work well with supervision
- Operate equipment to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth, and width and grade
- Be able to work around existing underground utilities and tight areas
- Use equipment to remove loosened material and put in piles or transport trucks
- Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards
- Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision
Physical/Special Requirements
- Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work from elevated or uneven surfaces
- Work involves standing and walking for extended periods of time
- Ability to work in Confined Spaces
- Work may include frequent bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping and occasional climbing onto equipment and/or trailers
- Work may include occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying objects weighing a minimum of 35 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds, with assistance, such as raw or fabricated material, equipment or tools
- Requires visual ability sufficient to perform job duties. Work normally requires eye-hand coordination
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience
- General knowledge of basic hand tools
- Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment
- Complete the Matrix Service Safety training, and Client/Site specific training
- Obtain and maintain an active status within the drug testing program
- Must pass a Background check