Equipment Operator

JOB SUMMARY
An Equipment Operator will operate equipment that clears and grades land to prepare it for construction of roads, buildings, and bridges. They will also use machines to dig trenches to lay or repair pipelines and hoist heavy construction materials.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBLIITIES

• Operate construction or power equipment, such as backhoe, man-lift, dump truck, snowplow, grader (blade), front-end loader, hydraulic excavators, backhoe, sideboom, trencher, skid steers, etc.
• Work with and assist others in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a excavator, front-end loader, man-lift, skid steer, etc.
• Operating construction equipment in road right of way with existing utilities and traffic.
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the supervisor, clean equipment
• Inventory materials on work floor, and supply workers with materials as needed
• Load or unload materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting device
• Weigh materials or products and record weight on tags, labels, or production schedules
• Promote and adhere to company safety protocols and regulations.
• Support and exemplify the company’s mission and values in all interactions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in the utility industry
• 2+ years’ experience in the oil and gas industry with steel and poly pipe construction
• Experience with Blade, Excavators, and Loader
• Technical Capability
• Time Management skills
• Customer/Client centric
• Safety Conscious
• Trench Safety Course Completion Certificate
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to tolerate frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching throughout the workday.
• Capability to push, pull, grasp, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Must be able to wear and operate the required personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, and gloves.