Universal Operator

About the role

To operate several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, trackhoes, backhoes, tractors, compactors, rollers, or loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth and aggregates, hoist materials, and place concrete, asphalt, or other hard surface pavement. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.

Responsibilities

• Runs, maneuvers, navigate, or drives mechanized equipment.
• Grades or redistributes earth, aggregates, or materials for the construction or repair of structures, highways, and roads.
• Signals directions and warnings to coworkers.
• Fastens attachments or accessories to equipment.
• Turns valves to control air and water output of compressors and pumps.
• Adjusts hand wheels, levers, and depresses pedals to drive machines and control attachments, such as blades, buckets, scrapers, and swing booms.
• Watches gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the machine is working properly.
• Inspects equipment for deficiencies, such as tires, lights, brakes, fuses and fluid levels and submits report indicating equipment condition.
• Determines the causes of operating errors and decides what to do about it.
• Reads and interprets survey markers and stakes to meet set standards.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and specifications.
• Adheres to all Hunter Contracting Co. safety policies, procedures, and instructions from management.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Work Qualifications

• Practices good safety habits.
• Follows oral directions and meets set standards.
• Judges distances and slopes accurately.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of structures, highways, or roads.
• Knowledge of materials, production processes, and quality control.
• Work within precise standards of accuracy.
• Prioritizes work to meet goals or deadlines.
• Demonstrates attentive and active listening skills.

Education & Work Experience Guidelines

• GED or High School Diploma
• Five (5) + years of experience in operation of power construction equipment; OR
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as determined by the hiring manager.

Benefits

• Medical/Telemedicine
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Sick and Holiday pay