Job Summary - Heavy Equipment Operator –

** Local Northern California Residents ONLY **

At ICS, we recognize our success is based on the skills, loyalty, and work ethic of our dedicated team. We make it a priority to hire only the best and to create a work environment that inspires performance and growth.

** You Don’t Need a Degree to Start Your Career at ICS **

ICS has immediate openings for experienced and qualified Heavy Equipment Operators to perform demolition and earthwork/grading activities. Must be able to operate various types of heavy equipment, such as excavators, dozers, backhoes, compactors, articulated dump trucks, and/or front-end loaders.

Excavations/trenching inside closed landfills for landfill gas collections and leachate systems is a plus.

Must be flexible and willing to work overtime as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

· Ensures equipment is in good working order, at all times.

· Must possess skill, coordination, and awareness to operate heavy equipment in a safe manner with precision and efficiency.

· Able to slope or bench an excavation.

· Able to read and understand cut and fill stakes in order to align and position equipment appropriately.

· Willingness to operate heavy equipment for long periods with continuous attention to detail and safety.

· Observe and follow all applicable safety requirements.

· Maintain consistent communication among field crew members by use of hand signals or radio to align and position heavy equipment properly.

· Confirm necessary precautions have been taken to ensure no conflicts exist with both above and below-ground utilities.

· All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· A positive attitude and willingness to take direction.

· Ability to communicate in English

· Understanding proper safety procedures and recognizing hazards

· Ability to understand Plans as they relate to trenching, excavation, and grading.

· Knowledge of U.S.A. marks

· Must be a team player and create a positive environment

· Must be a self-starter and a go-getter

· Ability to check grade and verify elevations using a laser, is a plus.

· Ability to lead the day-to-day activities of a small crew, is a plus.

· Must be flexible and willing to work overtime as needed, including weekends.

Education/Training:

· High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

· Five (5) years of hands-on/demonstrated experience as a heavy equipment operator

· 40-Hr HAZWOPER or current 8-Hr HAZWOPER Refresher Certification

· Construction industry experience, preferred

· Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

Physical Demands while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is required to sit for long periods of time. The employee is required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required for this job include vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift and carry 49 lbs. without aid.

All candidates will be required to pass a drug test, breath, and alcohol test, and a fit-for-duty physical exam.

ICS is proud to be an affirmative action/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, and federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Heavy Equipment Operator: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations