What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator Laborer position at Cahuilla Band Of Indians?

Job Description

Job Description :

Cahuilla Public Works Department is seeking a hardworking, reliable, and committed individual who is collaborative, and dedicated to a career. Public Works maintains and enhances the roads, facilities, tribal member work orders, parks, and tribal utilities.

If you like working with a dedicated team and a variety workload, then this is the place for you. Depending on the tasks to be filled, you may operate, backhoes, bulldozers, skip loaders, vibrating compactors, water trucks, semi-tractor or help with maintenance duties like landscaping, irrigation, fencing and gates, electrical, general construction and more.

A typical week includes cleaning and maintenance on the equipment and vehicles, completing Tribal Member work orders which vary from grading, trenching, to repairing broken water lines. Additionally, we help set up and work Tribal events which includes setting up big 20x40 tents tables, chairs, trash cans, and other small items. Outside maintenance, and work orders, we have operations where we grade the roads and driveways, clean out culverts, patch asphalt as needed and clear shoulders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES :

Operate Cahuilla-owned and rented vehicles and equipment, such as pick-up trucks, backhoe, dump trailers, water truck, skip loader, skid steer, etc.

Inspect and complete minor repairs on equipment.

Loading and unloading equipment from vehicles used to transport it

Cleaning equipment and vehicles after use and disposing of any collected scraps or waste

Make repairs to Cahuilla roads, culverts and spillways.

Mow grass, prune trees and hedges, and plant vegetation.

Maintain septic systems and storm sewers, making repairs and / or conducting routine maintenance.

Removal, pickup and cleanup of debris and materials from tribal roads, daily inspection of park area, grounds around

Maintain gates in good working order, ability to troubleshoot and complete basic repairs. Ensure photo eyes are clear of debris and weeds.

Work on construction projects, digging trenches, laying pipes, etc.

Operate power tools and equipment, such as mowers, chainsaws, air compressors, power tools etc.

Conducting other job-related duties as required.

Duties and responsibilities will vary day to day.

Summary

A good Heavy Equipment Operator is able to concentrate and remain aware of their surroundings in the face of distractions. Being able to think quickly and work under pressure are important for avoiding accidents and meeting strict deadlines. In addition, a Heavy Equipment Operator should be flexible and adaptable, as conditions at the jobsite and even the tasks scheduled for the day can change with little or no notice

A good Laborer is physically fit. This is important as Laborers need to be able to lift and carry building materials and use heavy tools and equipment to dig or fill in holes. They also need to have proficient knowledge in mathematics to make measurements and complete other precision tasks. Further, a good Laborer enjoys working as part of a team which enables them to get along with their coworkers and helps them to complete tasks ahead of deadlines.

A good Laborer also has a commitment to workplace safety. This quality ensures that they adhere to construction safety standards, wear the correct safety equipment and use caution when operating heavy machinery

Qualifications :

Driver's license, required.

Clean driving record for the past 2 years.

Ability to pass a drug test.

Understanding of job site safety procedures.

Familiarity with preventive maintenance on a variety of construction class vehicles.

Experience operating heavy equipment such as backhoe, skip loader, skid steer, water trucks, dozers, etc.

Available for emergencies such as snowfall, heavy rains, floods, downed trees, etc.

Willingness to work a variety of shifts with 24-hour notice.

Willingness to work weekends.

Willingness to work overtime on short notice.

Expected to work in a variety of extreme weather conditions

Reliable, committed, respectful, and community oriented.

Preferred- Class A CDL

5. Benefits

This is a Full-time 40 hrs. or more a week position.

Health, Dental, Vision, 401 k

19 Paid Holidays after 90 days

2 Weeks Annual accrued PTO. (Able to use after 90 days.)

Preference in employment is provided to qualified Native American applicants. After providing Native preference in employment as allowed by Federal law, Cahuilla Band of Indians strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status or any other non-qualification-related factor.

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