Equipment Operator

Overview

Operate and maintain heavy machinery for construction and site support tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• equipment operation
• routine checks
• maintenance reporting
• record keeping
• safety compliance
• site preparation

Tasks

-Document Operations: Keep accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance activities, and any incidents to maintain compliance and operational efficiency. -Report Equipment Issues: Promptly report any malfunctions or maintenance needs to ensure equipment is always in good operating condition. -Maintain Safety Standards: Strictly adhere to all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment to ensure a safe working environment. -Participate in Training: Engage in ongoing training and certifications as required to stay updated on safety protocols and equipment operation standards. -Assist in Site Preparation and Cleanup: Help prepare and clean up sites before and after operations to ensure that workspaces are organized and safe. -Operate Equipment: Safely operate designated machinery and equipment, which may include a bus, semi-truck, skid steer, warehouse forklifts, front-end loader, bulldozer, motor grader, K-Loader, scraper, roller, or tractor. -Perform Routine Checks: Conduct pre-operation checks to ensure all equipment is functioning properly before use. -Ensure Cleanliness and Order: Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the equipment and the surrounding work area to promote safety and efficiency. -Receive and Follow Directions: Report to the Foreman or General Foreman to receive daily assignments, instructions, and directions.

Requirements

• maintenance
• clearance
• cdl
• certified operator
• equipment ops
• 2-5 years

What You Bring

-Maintenance Knowledge: Understanding of basic maintenance and troubleshooting for the equipment operated. -Must have a US Secret or an Australian NV-1 clearance. -Adapt to Various Duties: Be flexible and ready to perform various other duties and activities as directed by the Foreman or General Foreman. -Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): Required for operating larger vehicles such as buses and semi-trucks, depending on job requirements. -Certified Equipment Operator: Certification for specific equipment (such as forklift, frontend loader, or other heavy machinery) is required. -Experience in Equipment Operation: Prior experience operating the relevant types of light and/or heavy machinery, typically at least 2-5 years, depending on the complexity of the equipment.

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Benefits

-Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

About Kbr, Inc.

-Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure. -Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D. -Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing. -Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning. -Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities. -Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

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