Job Summary

Carries out manual tasks which contribute to the carrying out of the project for their professional specialty (road, pipelines, rail, etc.

in observance of the safety guidelines.

Main Responsibilities

• Operate equipment used in construction in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Ensure risk-free operation of equipment by performing pre-operation and regular checks on their functionality.
• Maneuver heavy equipment into loading or unloading positions, following signals from crew as needed; check that the vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is accurately positioned.
• Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
• Use various pieces of equipment to perform fine grading and finishing, sloping and banking, backfilling, demolition, ditching, loading, excavating and stockpiling.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the equipment.
• Must have a clear understanding of, and follow the principles of our Policies and Procedures.
• Promote, implement and comply to the Safety Program standards.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
• Ability to climb in and out of equipment unassisted.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Frequently lift 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to have a flexible work schedule, including working overtime and weekends as needed.

Skills

• Three to four years of a combination of technical instruction and on-the-job training or field training.
• Follow all safety protocols.
• Ability to read gauges, dials and other indicators.
• Troubleshoot any issues and fix the problems with critical thinking.
• Effective communication, including speaking, writing, active listening and taking instructions from management team.
• Practical knowledge of reading blueprints and manuals.
• Excellent time management.
• Attention to detail to identify maintenance, product or operations issues.

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