What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator - Nashville, TN position at Bell & Associates LLC?
Job Summary
BELL Construction is hiring for a Heavy Equipment Operator in Nashville, TN. This role provides the opportunity operate heavy equipment on construction sites for the building, demolition, and/or excavation of projects. The Heavy Equipment Operator controls construction equipment and/or vehicles in an accurate and safe manner to appropriately aid with the movement of material.
Responsibilities
- Operates some or all of the following heavy equipment:
- Class A: Backhoe/Hydraulic Excavator (3/4 yard & over), Crane (less than 20 tons), End Loader (3 yards & over), Motor Grader (Finish), Pile Driver, and Dragline.
- Class B: Backhoe/Hydraulic Excavator (less than 3/4 yard), Bull Dozier or Push Dozier, End Loader (less than 3 yards).
- Class C: Concrete Finishing Machine
- Operates vehicles or equipment according to the signals of a working person and traffic laws.
- Monitors performance and adjusts settings of all equipment to ensure tasks are completed correctly and safely.
- Loads and unloads cargo to the appropriate area using heavy equipment.
- Performs daily pre- and post-inspections to ensure proper function of machinery and equipment.
- Maintains accurate logs and records of equipment.
- Performs preventative maintenance on equipment, including fluid/filter changes and part lubrication.
- Reports necessary larger repairs.
- Performs additional responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
Knowledge & Skills
- Punctual and dependable.
- Effective time management, organizational, and communication skills.
- Hand, eye, and foot coordination.
- Able to plan and coordinate work to ensure it is done as scheduled.
- Able to solve problems that may arise using logical thinking, innovation, and efficiency.
- Careful to avoid errors and able to learn from mistakes.
- Takes pride in their work product.
- Flexible regarding change and pressure.
- Able to work alongside multiple people and trades at the same time.
- Able to follow safety rules, identify hazards, and take the appropriate corrective actions to alleviate hazards as needed.
- Performs additional assignments as needed.
Education & Experience
- Minimum required – Three (3) years of heavy operating experience.
- Minimum preferred – High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Preferred - Commercial Driver's License.
BELL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
