What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Jim Boyd Construction?
Founded in 2001, Jim Boyd Construction is a full-service underground utility, demolition, asphalt, and construction management firm based in Albany, Georgia. Jim Boyd and his management team have more than 100 years of combined experience in the construction industry serving both public and private sectors.
THIS IS NOT A FORKLIFT POSITION!!
We have an immediate need for Excavator and Bulldozer Operators.
Essential Responsibilities
- Responsible for operating mobile heavy equipment at construction jobs, plants, shops, or other work areas.
- Coordinate equipment operation with other activities and take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions.
- Loading and unloading of materials.
- Equipment includes excavators and bulldozers.
- General maintenance of all equipment and tools.
Experience
- 12-18 Months experience operating excavators or bulldozers.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Knowledge in heavy equipment safety measures and requirements(this is not a forklift position).
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction.
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Ability to trouble-shoot problems that may arise.
Physical Requirements
- Coordinate eye-hand movements with control and precision.
- Use hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Climb and maintain body balance on ladders, scaffolding, or high structures; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction).
- Lift and carry objects.
- Stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.
Jim Boyd Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $13 - $20