Equipment Operator

Description

• Promptly notifies assigned supervisor of any maintenance needs.
• Loads and unloads equipment from vehicles used to transport it.
• Completes required reports and other paperwork related to equipment use.
• May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation.
• Troubleshoots basic equipment issues and escalates issues as appropriate.
• May remain stationary in the seat or operating area for prolonged periods.
• Drives and controls equipment to complete tasks at the specified location.
• Operates all equipment in a safe and appropriate manner to mitigate risk of injury and property damage.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to prepare job sites for assigned equipment activities.
• Addresses any equipment issues or concerns immediately with assigned supervisor.
• Conducts constant surveillance of surroundings before and during the operation of all equipment to ensure safe ground and slope conditions; maintains adequate distance between other equipment, people, and structures in the immediate work area.
• Complies with federal and state regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• Performs daily pre-inspection of equipment to ensure it is safe and fit for duty, and conducts ongoing maintenance checks.

Requirements

• 40-hour HAZWOPER training with current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
• Communicates clearly through phone or radio, visible verbal, and nonverbal hand signals.
• Completes assigned and required training for this role.
• OSHA 30-hour training, and First Aid/CPR certification.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of equipment operating experience in a construction environment, including one (1) to three (3) years of excavation experience.
• Able to read and properly interpret load charts for associated equipment, and manufacturer approved attachments.
• Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Able to perform duties while using required PPE.
• Knowledge in OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices.
• Able to perform duties while working in all safe outdoor weather conditions.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance