What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator- SC position at Strack, Inc.?
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy machinery used in construction, excavation, and site development projects. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, loaders, haul trucks, scrapers and rollers.
- Perform daily inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitor and report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards.
- Follow site plans and instructions from site supervisors to complete tasks accurately and on schedule.
- Ensure compliance with quality and environmental regulations.
- Safely load and unload materials and equipment.
- Collaborate with site supervisors and other team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Must be willing and able to travel out of town, and/or out of state to work on job sites.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Align with our company core values of Better Every Day, Mindful in Everything, Humble Hearts/Open Hands and Everyone Matters.
- Must have good work ethics: Be on time, work hard and willing to learn.
- Must be able to pay high degree of attention to safety and promote a safe work environment.
- Possesses keen observation skills; pays attention to and remembers work related instructions, demonstrations, and procedures.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Experience with GPS or automated control systems on equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, and site plans.
- Competitive Salary – Paid Weekly
- Medical Health Insurance Benefits after 30 days
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance Programs
- 401k after 6 months of service plus company match
- Corporate Giving Match
- Vacation/Paid Time Off after 120-day probationary period
- Equal Opportunity Employer