Job Title : Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

SOC code : 47-2073

47-2073

FLSA Classification :

Non-exempt

Department / Location :

Operations / Fort Knox Fairbanks AK

Reports to :

Project Manager / Crew Foreman

Status : Full Time, Temporary

Full Time, Temporary

EEO-1 : Craft Worker

Craft Worker

Normal Work Hours and Days : A normal work day consists of 8-12 hours possibly longer depending on workload. Hours and start time will vary depending on workload.

Night shift work required as needed.

EEO Statement :

Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.

Summary :

The Equipment Operator position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of equipment.

Heavy equipment may include front-end loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, compactors and other pieces of equipment. Work will be performed per the supervisor’s instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Equipment Operators are responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and securing all equipment.

Essential Functions :

• Operate heavy equipment used in earth moving operations to build / level and excavate land surfaces.
• Gather and load dirt and waste products from job sites onto trucks.
• Use equipment as appropriate to level roads and / or working area, ensure proper drainage, and develop proper grade
• Performs daily safety and maintenance checks
• Maintain and turn in daily records of equipment inspection.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Operates heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and / or required
• Maintain the equipment and advise supervisor of any requirement for maintenance or repairs
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor
• Use heavy equipment for its intended purpose with little or no assistance
• Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities : None.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

Education and / or Experience :

Minimum :

• A valid driver license
• Must be proficient with the following
• 980 Loader
• 988 Loader
• D-6 Dozer
• D-8 Dozer
• D-10 Dozer
• 245 Excavators
• 330 Excavators
• 470 Excavators
• 670 Excavators
• equipment safety

Preferred :

• Experience with GPS Dozers
• High School Diploma or GED
• MSHA certification

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

• Knowledge of and ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches and Grade / mapping control.
• Knowledge of and ability maintain equipment and follow related procedures
• Ability to see details at a distance
• Ability to see details at close range
• Ability to judge the distance between you and other objects
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member successfully
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to wear protective clothing

Physical Demands :

The following activities were rated for frequency of occurrence based on the following :

Not Present

1-10% of the work day

Rare

34-66% of the work day

Frequent

11-33% of the work day

Occasional

67-100% of the work day

Constant

Sitting

Frequent

Reaching Overhead

Frequent

Standing

Frequent

Reaching Straight Ahead

Frequent

Walking

Frequent

Reaching Downward

Frequent

Bending / Stooping

Frequent

Handling

Frequent

Crouching

Frequent

Fingering

Constant

Kneeling

Frequent

Feeling

Occasionally

Crawling

Frequent

Talking

Occasionally

Climbing

Frequent

Hearing

Occasionally

Balancing

Occasionally

Twisting

Frequent

Operate Foot Controls

Occasionally

Twist of Wrist

Frequent

Pounds)

Constant

Frequent

Occasional

Rare

Lifting

50 lbs.

100 lbs.

Carrying

10 lbs.

50 lbs.

100 lbs.

Pushing / Pulling

50 lbs.

100 lbs.

Working Conditions :

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

CHECK (If Present) COMMENTS

Exposure to Inclement Weather

Extreme Cold

Extreme Heat

Wet and / or Humid

Will experience Rain / Snow / Ice on location

Noise

Frequent noise from equipment.

Vibration

Occasional normal equipment vibration.

Possible diesel fumes.

INHERENT HAZARDS

Moving Mechanical Parts

Electric Shock

High, Exposed Places

Radiant Energy

Explosives

Toxic or Caustic Chemicals

Other Risks

Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.

Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Last updated : 2024-06-25