Heavy Equipment Operator – Construction Site & Safety

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Employee Type:
Regular The desired candidate will perform safe and efficient construction equipment operation, and other duties as assigned by the construction manager and/or the site supervisor.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Operate various types of construction equipment to perform tasks such as leveling, shaping, and excavating surfaces

Perform all job duties per OSHA and MSHA laws and regulations, established company safety policies, and state and federal environmental regulations in a safe manner consistent with the Mitigation Resources of North America safety culture

Conduct routine maintenance and inspections on the equipment to ensure proper functioning

Perform various physical duties as directed by the site supervisor, such as installation of structures, erosion matting, silt fencing, seeding, and fueling

Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively

Willing to be cross-trained and task trained on all construction and ancillary equipment

Move, secure, install, build, load, or unload materials

Moves items from place to place, according to the direction of the site supervisor

Extended periods of travel will be required

OTHER DUTIES:

Work with other ancillary equipment in a safe and organized manner

Assist in water management, reclamation, load/haul, and maintenance activities, as necessary

Miscellaneous work related to stream mitigation activities and operation of ancillary equipment. Some of these activities will occur outside the cab of the equipment

Assist with any maintenance needs for routine repairs

Keep the supervisor informed of any potential problems

Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Previous experience operating heavy equipment such as graders, bulldozers, and loaders

Familiarity with GPS equipment is a plus Knowledge of proper equipment operation techniques and safety procedures

Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Must understand basic mechanical workings of construction equipment to operate properly, within tolerances, and perform preventative maintenance and servicing on occasion

Knowledge and ability to respond to emergencies and unpredictable situations

Ability to recognize unsafe and adverse conditions and the knowledge to correct them

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

High school diploma or GEDTwo years of experience operating off-road construction equipment

EEO Statement:

EEO/M/F/disability/veteran You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.
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