Backhoe Operator (Pipe Crew)

Description

 Operate one or more types of track hoe machinery for pipe installation.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

•  Consistently monitor and maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
•  Set up or inspect equipment prior to operation.
•  Become familiar with digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations, and with efficient and safe digging procedures
•   in a given application.
•  Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to
•   specifications.
•  Operate machinery to perform activities such as backfilling excavations, vibrating or breaking rock or concrete.
•  Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation.
•  Move materials over short distances, such as around a construction site, factory, or warehouse.
•  Create or maintain inclines or ramps.
•  Maintain tools and equipment so that they are kept in good working order and are safe for use.
•  Handle slides, mud, or pit cleanings or maintenance.
•  Measure and verify levels of rock or gravel, bases, or other excavated material.
•  Direct ground workers engaged in activities such as moving stakes or markers or changing positions of towers.
•  Adjust dig face angles for varying overburden depths and set lengths.
•  Perform daily routine   maintenance on machine including lubrication and monitor needed repairs/service requirements.
•  Other duties as required.

Requirements

•  Three (3) years of experience operating track-hoe for pipe crew in tight spaces.
•  Knowledge reading locate markings and general understanding of underground and/or overhead utilities.
•  Dig trenches to lay or repair storm, sewer, water, and other pipelines.
•  Effective communication skills (both listening and verbal).
•  Knowledge of basic maintenance equipment and perform daily inspections by monitoring fuel, grease, fluid levels and  maintenance schedules.
•  Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
•  Ability to understand the limitation of the machine. 
•  Working knowledge of operating a backhoe on a pipe crew.

Job Specific Competencies:

• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in operating different types of heavy equipment.
• Must be able to perform manual labor (assisting crew members on the ground) in all types of environments and conditions.

Physical Requirements: 

•  Ability to lift 50 or more pounds. 
•  Must be able to work outdoors and withstand different weather elements. 

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