Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator

Description

• Works with and assists the grading or paving crews to remove or install stone, dirt, asphalt pavement or storm water systems with or without the use of heavy equipment. Periodically, it may be necessary to assist ground personnel with the use of hand tools based on the project’s scope of work.
• Expresses a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, and needs of coworkers and customers.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles driven, equipment moved, and trailers towed, noting any defects or deficiencies both verbally and in writing.
• Employees are regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Noise level is generally loud.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ensures heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
• Operates construction or power equipment, including but not limited to an excavator, grader, bulldozer, backhoe, front end loader, skid steer, asphalt paver, dirt/asphalt roller, asphalt reclaimer, soil stabilizer, and asphalt milling machine.
• Occasionally operates jackhammers, saws, and other small equipment and tools as required.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards as determined by law, jobsite requirements, and company policies.
• Performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs, reports complex mechanical problems for shop repairs, and cleans equipment as needed.
• Prioritizes the safety of every individual on the job site.

Requirements

• Ability to perform job requirements in adverse field conditions and all weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in construction work.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely. Ruston Paving does not tolerate short cuts in safety.
• Knowledge of heavy site construction equipment operation, maintenance, capability, use, and function.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Any combination of education and work experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work as described.
• General knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
• Excellent stamina is required.
• Employees are occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Site excavation and/or paving experience is required.
• Professionalism and willingness to take direction and constructive criticism in the field.
• Ability to deal with problems involving deviation from standardized and/or planned situations or procedures.
• Employees may occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to quickly move arms and legs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Valid and appropriate in-state driver’s license (or the ability to obtain said license) is preferred.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• The heavy equipment operator must work independently and is expected to maintain a schedule of work. Any problems or inconveniences may result in increased stress to complete tasks in a limited time.
• Heavy equipment operators must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Benefits

• We pride ourselves on our clean appearance on every job site! Laundered uniforms and personal protective equipment are provided and must be worn in accordance with the company policy.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Bonus Incentives and Allowances
• Although it does not occur very often, projects may require out of town overnight stays. Per diem pay is offered when these projects occur.
• Double Time Saturdays
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• We provide double time pay for weekend work.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions
• Signing bonus, if offered, applies to direct applicants only; not available to candidates submitted by recruiters. Details, if applicable, will be in the offer letter.
• Employee shifts start and end at the local division office/shop. Transportation to and from the job site is provided.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance