Heavy Equipment Operator

** For this role, we are looking for candidates who are local to the Bozeman or Big Sky area, with the ability to travel.**

To operate a variety of equipment used in the construction of all types of projects from commercial site work to municipal infrastructure. The position may assist other craft workers.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Understand survey and layout markings, what they mean, and how to use them for grading operations and the construction of footings and foundations, underground utilities and services, storm drains, and other structures.
• Excavate and fill to dimensions and locations as specified on design drawings, sketches, and/or verbal instructions.
• Perform routine inspections and minor maintenance on equipment such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Collaborate with other crews and subcontractors to complete tasks safely and correctly.
• Follow directions from foremen and superintendent and if required, provide feedback on operational optimization.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris and tools and equipment in clean working order.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Handle all interactions with coworkers, subcontractors, clients, the public, etc. in a professional manner.
• Go the extra mile to ensure the project is completed safely, on time, under budget, and with zero quality issues.
• Exercise extreme ownership of your workmanship and operations.
• Never stop improving by initiating personal development strategies and suggestions for company-wide process improvements.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivation, punctuality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

• 3+ years operating equipment and at least 2 years operating excavator and loader
• Ability to read plans and check grades
• Perform basic mathematical calculations
• Understanding of tools/equipment and safe use/operation of each

While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is exposed to wet, heat, cold, quickly changing conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, work in high precarious places, outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold and extreme heat.

Motion

N/A

0%

Occasionally

1%-33%

Frequently

34%-66%

Constant

67%-100%

Twist

X

X

Squat

X

Kneel

X

Climb

X

Walk on uneven ground

X

X

X

Pushing (weight varies)

X

X

X

Reach over shoulder

X

Reach at shoulder height

X

Reach below shoulder

X

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.