What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Mohave Construction Services?
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Pay Rate: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour (depending on experience levels)
Job Overview Seeking well-rounded, safe, capable, and professional heavy equipment operators. 5 years of experience preferred operating excavators, dozers, blades, loaders, skid steers, and other pieces of heavy equipment. Operators are expected to be able to construct various types of projects, including walls, pads, mass excavation, utilities, equipment support, grading, and drainage. Work locations vary between mine sites, remote areas, and the Quad Cities. Operators will be questioned on previous projects and their roles within those projects. Employees who apply themselves and are professional will excel and have the opportunity to grow within the company.
Key Responsibilities & Capabilities
- Construct walls, pads, mass excavation, utilities, equipment support, grading, and drainage.
- Efficiently and safely operate heavy machinery including excavators, dozers, blades, loaders, skid steers, and other equipment.
- Conduct routine mobile equipment inspections to ensure normal operation.
- Perform all duties within M.S.H.A. safety guidelines and company policies.
- Load and unload equipment and materials.
- Step off the machine to perform physical work on the job site as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized worksite free of unnecessary hazards.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and self-direction with minimal supervision.
- Apply critical thinking skills to observe, assess, and anticipate issues before they occur.
- Work in harsh environments exposed to extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, and noise.
Requirements
- 5 years of heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
- Valid Driver's License with a clean 3-year driving record (must be insurable).
- Reliable transportation and high dependability.
- Flexibility to stay late with little or no notice when required.
- Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens (including Marijuana).
- Strict compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a mining/industrial environment.
- GPS experience.
Benefits & Work Details
- Work Location: In person
- 401(k) (after 1 year of employment)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (offered)
- $25K Life Insurance provided
- Paid Major Holidays
- Paid Sick Time (after 90-day probation period)
Pay: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $35