What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Technician position at AstroTurf?
Job Details
Description
Job Purpose
Under general supervision of a crew leader, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation of light, medium and heavy equipment and light duty trucks with trailers. Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties related to construction of job sites for Synthetic Turf Fields.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely operates dozers, skid loaders, excavators, rollers, tractors, forklifts, & backhoes.
- May also be required to be trained & operate other heavy equipment not listed.
- Assignment to this position presumes the operation of such equipment as a regular assignment.
- Performs required manual labor in construction and maintenance projects; checks and services assigned equipment. Performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs, reports complex mechanical problems for shop repairs.
- Assists in the installation of pipe, geotextile, & other similar duties.
- Safe operation of powered & non-powered hand tools and other tools related to job.
- Trains less skilled employees in safe operation and care of equipment.
- Performs any or all duties normally assigned to less skilled employees; performs other related duties as required.
- Have considerable knowledge of safety procedures and hazards related to construction, maintenance, and equipment operation.
- May function as a lead worker, on a limited basis.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Must be drug free & pass pre-employment.
- Must be able to travel and be away from home for extended periods of time.
- Considerable knowledge of equipment operations and construction and maintenance procedures.
- Must possess a working knowledge of grades and blueprints and work layout.
- Skill in efficient operation of assigned equipment.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees and general public.
- Superior written, verbal, and negotiation/sales skills, Industry knowledge preferred
Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Education: HS diploma/GED required
- Experience: One (1) year experience as an Equipment Operator or four (4) years of experience in construction or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Courses/Certifications/Training: Must possess & maintain a valid Driver’s License. Continuing employment is dependent on ability to maintain a valid Driver’s License.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate. Continuing employment is dependent on ability to maintain a DOT Medical Card.
- Must be drug free & pass pre-employment.
- Must be able to travel and be away from home for extended periods of time.
- Considerable knowledge of equipment operations and construction and maintenance procedures.
- Must possess a working knowledge of grades and blueprints and work layout.
- Skill in efficient operation of assigned equipment.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Other Details
- Schedule/Type: Full-time
- Travel: 75%
- Location: Region
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k, life, STD/LTD, etc.…
