Heavy Construction Equipment Operators

Company Information

Organization Name:Overland Excavation Inc
FLSA Status:Non-exempt
Job Level:Individual Contributor
Employment Status:Full-time Regular
Primary Location:Clyde, New York
Other Locations:Surrounding Areas

Job Summary

Operate one or several types of heavy construction equipment, such as bulldozers, compressors, excavators, tractors, backhoes, skid steers, hydraulic hammers, and off-road dump trucks or front-end loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED)
OSHA Ten Safety Certificate

Knowledge

Mechanical -Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

English Language -Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security –Knowledge of relevant safety protocol with heavy equipment to ensure the safety of crew members, machinery, and property.

Skills

Basic Skills

• Active Learning-Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening-Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking-Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Learning Strategies-Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Mathematics-Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Monitoring-Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Reading Comprehension-Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Such as blueprints and gradation plans.
• Science-Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Speaking-Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Writing-Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Social Skills

• Must work well in a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with others.

Complex Problem-Solving Skills

• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Technical Skills

• Equipment Maintenance-Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Equipment Selection-Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Installation-Installing sewer systems, water service connections, equipment, machines, or wiring to meet specifications.
• Operation and Control-Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Operations Analysis-Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
• Operations Monitoring-Watching gauges, grade lasers, GPS machine controls, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Quality Control Analysis-Conducting tests and inspections of services, or processes to ensure proper completion of task and to evaluate quality or performance of said task.
• Repairing-Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Troubleshooting-Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it in determining a proper solution.

Self-Management Skills

• Management of Material Resources-Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
• Management of Personnel Resources-Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
• Time Management-Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to Physically operate heavy equipment.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand to operate and repair heavy equipment.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures.
• Must be able to lift 80 lbs.

Required work Attire

• Hard Hat, Long Pants, Steal Toe Shoes, and high-visibility shirt or vest.

Primary Job Duties

• Follow safety regulations.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment such as a excavators, bulldozers, skid steer, backhoe, roller, and off-road dump truck to accomplish difficult or highly complex tasks.
• Prior to operating equipment, conducts routine inspections to identify needed maintenance or repairs.
• Monitors gauges and other indicators to ensure safe operation.
• Performs or requests necessary repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Assists with repairs as needed.
• Adheres to all safety rules, guidelines, and codes.
• Maintains records of time worked and materials used.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Technology

Time accounting software

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person