Operator, Roads Foundation

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. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

The Craft – Operator, Forklift is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general operator duties (per skill level) at the project site.

Responsibilities

• Follows safety and operating procedures of heavy and light equipment.
• Operates light/heavy equipment including, but not limited to: backhoe, loader and rock truck; blade, excavator and dozer; digger derrick; crane.
• Inspects incoming and outgoing loads, performs all pre-inspection checks and monitors equipment during operation.
• Reports results from pre-inspections on equipment daily, hour usage, fuel usage, deficiencies and/or maintenance required.
• Performs work on various types of terrain, evaluating requirements for assigned work.
• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Calculates crane capacities and weights for rigging and hoisting (Crane Operators Only).
• 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 management of any malfunctions that occur.
• Cleans interior cab area of equipment daily.
• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures that safety is the most important function and follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) occur before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.
• Follows technical, quality, and safety systems in place and determines appropriate action.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 0–2 years’ experience with backhoe, loader, roller and road truck required.
• 1 or more years' experience with blade, excavator, and dozer preferred.
• 1 or more years' experience with crane and trencher preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically 76–100% required.

Skills

• Safety Training: Following Rules and Regulations, Industry standards, Operating equipment safely and efficiently
• Communication: Listening skills, Comprehending and following directions, Conveying barriers to work, Follow verbal and/or written directions accurately
• Relationship building
• Time management: Meeting work goals, Meeting deadlines, Accuracy in work/use of hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment
• Heavy equipment operation
• Roads, foundations, and site grading
• Equipment maintenance
• Functional competencies: attention to detail, communication, casting the right shadow, accountability, and ethics and integrity

Benefits

Per Diem of $95 daily to cover lodging, meals and travel during rotation. Benefits effective first day of employment.

• Medical, Dental and Vision