Operator

Operators will be responsible for the operation of all required equipment necessary for the completion of any given project. Operators must have an in-depth knowledge and understand of the working limits of the equipment they are operating as well as an in-depth understanding of the project they are currently involved with. Operators must be aware of their surroundings at all times. Operators are expected to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment typically outdoors in all weather conditions depending upon their individual assignments. Safety takes precedence on all Rudzik projects. Knowledge of safe operation and driving practices is expected as well as the understanding of all the equipment needed to complete a given task. The operator will report directly to his Site Foreman and or Project Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Excavation and back filling of trenches as needed for the installation of pipe and precast concrete structures, grading, cut and fill operations and loading of trucks both tandem and off road.
• Placing of shoring and trench boxes, benching of slopes as needed to meet OSHA requirements.
• Operate dozers, excavators, graders, loaders, skid steers, compactors (vibratory, smooth drum, sheep’s foot) and boring machines.
• Operate equipment equipped with various hydraulic attachments (e.g. plate compactors, rock hammers, road saws and moles).
• Understand vehicle mounted GPS systems, how to establish grade and site control points.
• Performs daily preventative maintenance checks and services on equipment and machines.
• Work and communicate with field engineers and site foreman as needed for the successful completion of all projects.
• Completes daily field reports, work directly with the crew when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License.
• OSHA safety training (8 hour minimum).
• Rudzik Excavating has a 100% Pre-employment drug testing requirement and performs random drug testing during employment.