LCLOperator Heavy Equipment

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Heavy Equipment Operators (HEOs) must be able to budget time and prioritize work given by various levels of management. They should be able to legally and safely operate the equipment used to load, secure and unload material/equipment and transport to and from various job sites. HEOs should possess the knowledge of rigging and cribbing of equipment and the knowledge and ability to make complicated lifts and to interpret and understand proper industry standard hand signals.

Further, HEOs are expected to assist crew members with tasks including but not limited to lifting, spotting, holding, jobsite housekeeping, crew paperwork, etc. as directed by supervision.

• Able to operate Company vehicles including those rated at 26,000+ GVW in rural and city traffic, as well as other equipment necessary for the hiring department.

The equipment may include but is not limited to:

• Mobile Crane—Swing Cab or Fixed Cab
• Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab or Fixed Cab
• Articulating Crane
• Able to read and interpret load charts for determining proper crane size for potential lift. Considering lift radius, height, and weight.
• Able to properly assemble crane boom and counter weights.
• Able to transport, relocate, and properly set up cranes in a variety of ground conditions.
• Able to exhibit crane rigging skills (proper cable and sling size and strength, attachments and lifting points, and revving) to insure safety while controlling loads overhead of electrical workers.
• Able to maintain proper tagging of slings, chains, spreader bars, binders etc. to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Able to safeguard self as well as fellow workers and the public in course and scope of business by following the safety rules set forth in the Company’s Accident Prevention Manual as well as the vehicle equipment operator’s manual(s).
• Able to maintain familiarity and comply with all Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements. Obtain and maintain certification(s) as requirements change.
• Able to perform routine vehicle and equipment inspections and checks consistent with safe efficient operation and perform minor routine mechanical maintenance as required by Department of Transportation  Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), as outlined in the vehicle/equipment operator's manual(s) and as instructed by supervision. Includes minor emergency field maintenance and replenishment of vehicle/equipment fluids.
• Able to prepare paperwork associated with the job as identified and required by supervision. Includes Company documents as well as documents such as logs and reports required by federal, state and local government.
• Able to assist crews in the work at the job site as directed by supervision.
• Able to complete jobs in a timely manner.
• Able to maintain proper working relationship with supervisors, co-workers and customers.

Requires a high school education or the equivalent knowledge of English, basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and calculation of fractions and/or percentages), grammar and punctuation.

Requires a minimum of three (3) years experience as a heavy equipment operator. A Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License, Department of Transportation  is required prior to the date of employment.…