Equipment Operator​/GPS Grade Setter​/Paving Operator

Overview

Job responsibilities and work environment for a construction heavy equipment operator in paving, grading, underground utilities, and concrete structures. This position requires willingness to work in a field (job-site) environment with exposure to rain, dust, mud, heat, sun, cold, noise, and other conditions common to a construction site. Work cooperatively as a member of the team in providing quality products and customer service.

Emphasize safety at all times.

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavator, backhoe, motor grader, loader, scraper, dozer, or roller.
• Grade Setters perform GPS grade layout and stake setting/checking.
• Work safely at all times and follow proper safety and incident reporting procedures.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently to correct grade elevation and meet production goals.
• Walk the job site, check ground conditions.
• Inspect equipment prior to and after each work day.
• Judge safety proximity to all traffic/equipment in the area.

• Operate equipment using foot, hand, eye coordination.
• Able to climb on/off heavy equipment.
• Ability to sit in/on equipment for long periods of time; twisting in seat to view jobsite conditions.
• Good communication skills to work effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to read plans; use metric and engineer scales; understand and use Caltrans survey method.
• Use GPS systems for grade setting.
• Drive a company pickup truck on the job site or to get tools/equipment for the job.
• Minimum of 3 years heavy equipment operator experience (or current Apprentice).

• All applicants must have a valid CA driver’s license (or ability to obtain one prior to employment) and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work at job sites located at various geographic locations.
• This position is covered under the Construction Master Agreement with the Operating Engineers Local 3 and is subject to Job Placement Regulations.