Heavy Equipment Operators

Overview

Primary Function:
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment including but not limited to motor-graders, bulldozers, rubber tire backhoes or track hoes, rollers, articulated dump trucks, front-end loaders or hydraulic excavators to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete, asphalt, or other hard surface pavement on road beds, parking lots, airport runways and taxiways. May perform minor repairs and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.

• Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, power cranes, shovels, or related equipment.
• Start machine, engage clutch, and push and move levers, switches, and pedals to guide machine along forms or guidelines and to control the operation of machine attachments, such as blades, buckets, scrapers, or swing booms.
• Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks or to distribute and level earth or terrain.
• Operate machines to spread, smooth, level, or steel-reinforce stone, concrete, or asphalt on road beds or other job sites as needed.
• Operate tamping machines or manually roll surfaces to compact earth fills, foundation forms, and finished road materials, according to grade specifications.
• Observe grade in order to adjust machine settings and indicate low spots for workers to add material.
• Conduct documented pre-shift inspections of equipment for safety and mechanical defects.
• Work long, flexible hours as demanded by our customers including nights, weekends, and work outside for extended periods during all seasons of the year.
• Align machines, cutter heads, or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines or ground or position equipment, following hand signals of other workers.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Inspect, clean, maintain, and repair equipment, using mechanics' hand tools. Conduct pre-shift inspections and report any concerns or malfunctions to supervisors.
• Learn and follow safety regulations.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Perform necessary work while complying with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.

• Age:
  Must be a minimum of 18 years old.

• Education:
  
  Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Work Experience:
  
  Candidate must have experience operating a bulldozer to fine grade. Experience on multiple types of heavy equipment is a plus. Must have good work ethic and be dependable. Must be able to work various hours as needed. Must be willing to work out of town if needed. Able to operate Dozer with or without GPS.

• Heavy Physical Demands:
  Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds).
• Physical Activity:
  Position requires the ability to work around noise, dust, heat, cold, oil, and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required. Must be able to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.