Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Checks all fluids before starting engine.
• Works as needed on pipe/utility crews – works safely inside a trench box.
• Works as needed on heavy highway and bridge projects – moving or placing materials.
• Receives written or oral instructions from supervisor.
• Performs routine maintenance such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Observes and understands markings on ground, hand signals, or grade stakes.
• Operates equipment in safe and responsible manner.
• When operator work is not available, works with and assists crews by performing other duties as requested.

Minimum five years related experience and/or training. Prior experience in position required. Experience must be commensurate with requirements of Project – will vary depending on project.

• Certified or approved by Safety Department or Competent person.
• Must pass practical test.

The job requires agility and the ability to climb in and out of equipment safely, using both hands and legs to lift the body up to the cab. The operator must be able to sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, vibration, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and loud noise. Construction sites may be isolated or in high‑traffic areas around other equipment and workers.

Expected base pay range for this position is $25.00/hr – $35.00/hr this compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The range may change based on circumstances. This salary range does not include potential incentive pay or benefits.

• Medical, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K plan

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.