Equipment Operator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB                                                    

• Operating a dozer, excavator, front end loader and forklift

• Ensuring all equipment is maintained and used in accordance with company health and safety regulations.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and performing regular safety checks on equipment.
• Ensuring equipment is properly positioned before turning it on and off, or loading and unloading it.
• Observing the safe distribution of concrete and other materials.
• Ensuring sites are kept clean and safe.
• Attending meetings and refresher courses to ensure responsible equipment operation.
• Identifying faults and troubleshooting equipment as required.
• Performing other construction duties as needed.

CORE EXPECTATIONS 

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and perform in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines efficiently and cost effectively

BEHAVIORAL 

• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.
• Keen attention to detail and a high level of initiative.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 1+ years’ construction industry experience preferred
• High School diploma/GED preferred
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrated strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required
• Compliance with all OSHA and other federal agency regulations
• Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, include hard hat, safety (hard toe) shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and coveralls.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, balance, twist, pull, push, have hand/finger dexterity and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in various weather conditions.
• Vision abilities (with or without correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Sensory ability to talk, hear, smell, touch and feel.
• Able to work in all weather conditions including, but not limited to, heat, cold, rain, wind, snow, etc.
• Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs. constantly to move objects; 25-50 lbs. of force frequently; 50-100 lbs. of force occasi