Level 5 Heavy Equipment Operator in Cumming

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Level 5 Heavy Equipment Operator is expected to execute the directions from the Site Foreman with the capabilities to operate all equipment on a job site. This position requires leadership when a crew is needing direction to execute work properly. The goal of a Heavy Equipment Operator is to perfect their craft and learn from the Site Foreman about the processes and expectations of a job site.

• Report to the Site Foreman.
• Operate and maintain heavy machinery on construction job sites.
• Work closely with foreman to ensure project/job assignments are met.
• Operate all heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, front end loaders, skid steers, and other related equipment.
• Request/Confirm locate ticket and location of utilities before excavating/digging on any site.
• Operate the equipment in a safe and productive manner. Communicate properly with those in the field to prevent injury or damage.
• Perform periodical safety, maintenance, or servicing checks to ensure proper functioning of the equipment.
• Inform and advise management or mechanic for repairs or maintenance. Perform Lock-out Tag-out Procedures.
• Operate equipment in successive passes over working area, observing reference stakes or hand signals of assisting team member to level surface to specified grade.
• Proficient in shooting and calculating grades.
• Operate the equipment manually and/or electronically.
• Work in adherence to safe practices, procedures, work site or traffic laws.
• Perform any other work necessary on a job site to complete the job at hand – typically at the direction of the Site Foreman.
• Proficient knowledge of plans and scope of work.
• Dig all trenches with proper slope and/or benching for proper man entry in accordance to the soil classification(s).
• Perform daily maintenance of equipment (i.e., Keeping cab clean, knocking out filters, greasing equipment, etc.).
• Complete daily inspection reports for any equipment used that day.
• Adhere to all Wofford Earthworks, LLC contractual obligations with all clients.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment on a job site.
• Provide guidance, advice, feedback and support to your team as a representative of a team member mentor.
• Record your Time IN and Time OFF through the ADP App on your own personal mobile device.

• Grading with GPS
• High to Extensive Equipment Experience (skid steer, excavator, loader, etc.)
• Mass Grading
• Stake Grading
• Fine grading