Civil Works NW is family owned excavation company in the heart of Southwest Washington performing work all over the Portland Metro area. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Crew!

We are currently seeking a full time Heavy Equipment Operator with potential for advancement and growth with the company.

Job Purpose and Summary:

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating the heavy equipment to ensure the day to day activities of the onsite project move forward in accordance with the Foreman, superintendent and/or project manager’s direction and schedule.

Responsibilities:

Field Production

• Communicate with Foreman to understand the plan for the day
• Ensure all equipment being operated for the day is warmed up and operational by shift start.
• Ensure communication is maintained with other field workers to ensure efficient results and safe working environment
• Operation of the heavy equipment

Proper use of heavy equipment

• Complete an equipment walk around keeping cab clean and cleaning the windows and tracks when needed
• Understand all functions and mechanics; ensure proper attachments, hoses, belts, etc. are utilized and maintained
• Understand and perform all daily machine checks and maintenance needs; ensure proper greasing, oiling, minor repairs
• Communicate with Foreman all equipment concerns and repair needs
• Understand machine’s abilities and limits of performance and stay within limit bounds
• Knowing and understanding the functions of each piece of equipment being ran.
• Ensure safe use of equipment; show regard for the equipment, the project, the others onsite, traffic; the overall environment
• Ensure proper handling of equipment while in operation and know where the perimeter of the machine is at all times and know your surroundings.
• Job involves a moderate degree of complexity due to needing the knowledge to understand the functions of each piece of equipment as well as knowing the soils and how they react to each piece of equipment being ran

Site Safety

• Ensure proper awareness and communication at all times with other employees while operating machine
• Ensure OSHA standards are adhered to
• Understand the safety risk with each task and ensure proper safety methods are adhered to
• Ensure all safety training is current
• Knowing and understanding the soils and how they react to each piece of equipment being ran
• Understand the dig laws and locates while also knowing the color codes

Upholding the Integrity of CivilWorks NW

• Ensure an atmosphere of team work and utilization of each crew members abilities
• Maintain efficiency and quality throughout the project
• Communicate to Foreman changes that reflect the best for the owner and CivilWorks NW
• Bring concerns to the Foreman to assist with resolving issues quickly
• Always seek ways to learn and grow personally and professionally
• Maintain machines cleanliness
• Train others in operating techniques

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent
• 1-2 years prior experience as an equipment operator
• Understand the operations and maintenance of all tools and equipment utilized on site
• Job involves a moderate degree of complexity due to needing the knowledge to understand the functions of each piece of equipment as well as knowing the soils and how they react to each piece of equipment
• Ability to generate efficient methods quickly to resolve roadblocks
• Obtain certification in First Aid, CPR, Confined Space, Competent Person, Rigging and Signaling
• Able to use discretion when making decisions independently
• Able to get the job completed with minimal impacts to the immediate surrounding and welfare of the equipment being used
• A team player
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to teach and coach other employees
• Must be physically able to perform job duties

Working Environment:

Working conditions for this position will be mainly on project site

Hours worked will be weather dependent along with schedule requirements. Summer time typically is longer hours and winter typically is shorter hours due to daylight. Work may require weekend work when project demands.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay Range: $34.00 - $38.00 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)
• 100% Employer paid Medical and Dental insurance
• 50% Employer paid dependent insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) options with up to 3% employer match
• Pension contributions quarterly
• Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Employer Paid Professional Certifications and training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Preferred)
• Dozer operation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Grader operation: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person