Operator, Civil

About the role

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Follows OSHA safety and operating procedures of heavy and light equipment.
• Operates light/heavy equipment including, but not limited to: backhoe, loader, roller and rock truck, blade, excavator, dozer, forklift for crane erection.
• Inspects incoming and outgoing loads, perform all pre-inspection checks and monitor equipment during operation.
• Reports results from pre-inspections on equipment daily, hours usage, fuel usage, deficiencies and/or maintenance required.
• Performs work on various types of terrain (A/T and R/T), evaluating requirements for assigned work.
• Maintains job site and materials in an organized and efficient order.
• Maintains all mobile and stationary equipment by performing preventive maintenance, i.e. tightening, cleaning, greasing and other minor maintenance and repairs.
• Notifies supervisor for refueling.
• Notifies management of any malfunctions that occur.
• Climbs into heavy equipment using attached ladders.
• Cleans interior cab area of equipment daily.
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas as stated by OSHA.
• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a construction field, experience levels are progressive:
• Level I: 0-2 years experience with backhoe, loader, roller and rock truck.
• Level II: 0-3 years experience with blade, excavator and dozer in addition to level I equipment.
• Level III: 1-3 years experience with trencher and up to 130 ton crane/crawler R/T (rough terrain) and less than 250T crane/crawler or A/T (all terrain) in addition to levels I and II equipment.
• Level IV: 4+ years experience with 250 Ton crane/crawler or A/T (all terrain) in addition to levels I, II and III equipment.
• Must be certified on site for all types of heavy/light equipment by displaying skill level to a Superintendent.
• Crane Operators require CCO certification, must present certification card.
• CDL certifications are a plus for A/T cranes.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home as required.

Physical Requirements And Environment

• Occasionally: Carrying, climbing, crouching, grasping, gripping, handling, kneeling, pinching, pulling, pushing, lifting, reaching, and stooping are required.
• Frequently: Standing and walking is required.
• Constantly: Reading, vision, repetitive motions, and sitting are required.
• Exposed to occasional extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, wet, noise, hazards and vibration in the working environment.