Purpose: Operates several types of power construction equipment such as compressors, pumps, hoists, derricks, shovels, tractors, scrapers or motor graders to excavate, move and grade search, erect structural and reinforcing steel and pour concrete or other hard surface paving materials. Ideal candidate should be willing to operate Skid Steer with buckets, forks, and/or operate a forklift.

Work Schedule: Normal work period is Monday-Friday dayshift. Some Saturdays may be required.

Essential Skills (may include but are not limited to the ability to)

• Turn valves and control air and water output of compressors and pumps.
• Adjust hand wheels and depress pedals to drive machines and control attachments such as blades, buckets, scrapers and swing booms.
• Read engineering drawings.
• Judge distances and slopes accurately.
• Use machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at construction sites.
• Operate equipment to clear and grade land to prepare it for construction of roads, buildings, and bridges.
• Use machines to dig trenches to lay or repair sewer and other pipelines and hoist heavy construction materials.
• Operate machinery that spreads asphalt and concrete on roads and other structures.
• Set-up and inspect equipment, make adjustments, and perform some maintenance and minor repairs.
• Control equipment by moving levers, foot pedals, operating switches, or joysticks.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Work within company policy as outlined in the H M Employee Handbook as well as the H M Safety Manual and OSHA Safety rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Essential Qualifications

• Three (3) years minimum Field experience in trade
• Able to identify all hand signals, weight limits, safety regulations, and operating codes that are relevant for equipment operation.
• Must have current drivers license and other certification if required by OSHA, state, or federal regulations
• Ability to work with others to achieve job goals
• Read, write and communicate using English language sufficient to perform job functions (other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need)

Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for long periods of time
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects
• Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• See well (naturally or with correction)
• Eye-hand coordination
• Good physical fitness
• Good sense of balance
• Work at great heights

Environment: Construction Workers perform physically demanding work including lifting and carrying heavy objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling in awkward positions. Some work at great heights, or outdoors in all weather conditions. Some jobs expose workers to harmful materials or chemicals, fumes, odors, loud noise, or dangerous machinery. Some workers may be exposed to lead-based paint, asbestos, or other hazardous substances during their work especially when working in confined spaces. To avoid injury, workers in these jobs wear safety clothing, such as gloves, hardhats, protective chemical suits, and devices to protect their eyes, respiratory system, or hearing. While working in underground construction, Construction Workers must be especially alert to safely follow procedures and must deal with a variety of hazards.

Employee Review Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that I have read the Job Description and I understand what would be expected of me. The Company reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or to combine positions at any time. I also understand that I am an at-will employee, and this Job Description does not constitute a contract of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What equipment are you most comfortable operating?

Experience:

• Industrial Construction: 5 years (Preferred)
• Skid Steer Operating: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Robstown, TX (Required)

Work Location: In person