Backhoe Operator- R2527

Backhoe Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fort Myer Construction Corporation (FMCC) is a premier contractor in the DMV that is currently experiencing tremendous growth. If you desire to be part of a company with an opportunity to grow in your career and be rewarded for your contributions – then FMCC is the place for you. We are a union base.  At the end of the day, we strive to make a difference in people’s lives by helping build “the American Dream “in the DMV.  We are a multi-million-dollar company with over 800 employees and are one of the most “called by name” Heavy Highway Construction companies in the region.  If you do not mind hard work and want to make a difference in your community then please consider joining the FMCC family.

Summary:

The Backhoe Operator will operate specialized vehicles and earth movers. Operators move earth, equipment, tools and materials safely into place.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a variety of equipment once certified,
• Operate equipment in close proximity to workers and underground utilities,
• Perform daily pre-post trip safety, maintenance checks to ensure proper functioning of the equipment or vehicles,
• Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading,
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging (test pitting),
• Perform minor service and refer major issues to the supervisor and dispatcher,
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards,
• Knowledge of aggregate sizes and classifications,
• Knowledge of weight requirements of loads,
• Move materials and objects and operate according to signals from others,
• Adapt to new and different job sites and team members,
• Dig, spread and levels dirt, gravel or sand,
• Adheres to all safety policies,
• Must wear proper attire at all times including PPE,
• May be required to work extended hours including evenings, nights, and weekends,
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to obtain a DC operator’s license,
• Must possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license,
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience,
• High school diploma or equivalent required,
• Manage emergency situations, work pressure and stress,
• Ability to complete work projects on time and in an effective manner,
• Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.

Working Conditions:

• This job requires the ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs.,
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and climb heavy equipment several times throughout the day,
• In addition, you must have the ability to use your hands, arms, and legs repeatedly on the job, 
• This includes walking on sloped ground, slippery and uneven surfaces,
• This job requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (glasses, contacts),
• Must have physical strength to operate heavy and power-driven equipment,
• Performing strenuous work in varying temperatures, humidity, wind, or other extreme inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time,
• Exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapors, dust, grease and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to heavy equipment.

*Note: This position is considered Safety-Sensitive, and therefore subject to various schedule and unscheduled screenings for controlled substances.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion, training opportunities, and work assignments, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation) marital status, national origin, age (40 or older) veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or local laws.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has discretion to add or modify job duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.