Heavy Equipment Operator

SALARY/ PAY: $25.00 - $29.00 HOURLY (Wage determined by experience verified by references and upon completion of interview).
REPORTS TO: Project Manager, Jobsite Foreman, amp; Office Management.

SUMMARY/ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Heavy Equipment Operator role, mainly but not limited to;)
The Heavy Equipment Operator position reports directly to the Jobsite Foreman and Project Manager daily.
• A Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as loaders and excavators while supporting a pipe crew and/or miscellaneous grading and earthwork projects.

• Candidate is expected to communicate with the jobsite foreman, crews, and project manager to carry out tasks on the job and ensure jobsite safety of each individual working.

• At the beginning of each day the Heavy Equipment Operator is expected to inspect equipment and ensure it is in good working condition and safe to run. While also ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of company provided vehicle, and/or equipment.
• An ideal candidate has familiarity with “Blue Stakes” amp; what the various colored markings are for each utility.

REQUIRED SKILLS
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret plans / blueprints.
• Ability to safely operate all types of heavy equipment used on jobsites.
• Must be literate with smart phones amp; tablets as they are used for clocking in, and out each day.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.
EXPERIENCE
• Must have a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in operating heavy machinery (excavator, loader, etc.)
• Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in grading, earthwork, and/or underground utility construction.

PHYSICAL/ ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. continuously throughout the day.
• Competency and awareness of surroundings to identify safety hazards.
• Employee is regularly required to sit, climb, talk, hear, and use fingers.
• Exposure to hot outdoor temperatures for up to 10 hours a day, along with direct sunlight.
• Exposure to cold weather and snowy conditions in the winter months.

EXPECTATIONS
This is a FULL-TIME position. Working hours will vary depending on the season, job site, and demand of work. Overtime is required and varies depending on the demand of work. Attendance is an essential function of this job. A successful candidate will have reliable transportation to and from the jobsite daily.

BENEFITS
After 60 consecutive days of employment:
• Company Paid Life Insurance.

• Health, Dental, amp; Vision insurance.

• Paid Holiday’s
After 1 YEAR of continuous employment:
• Paid Vacation
• 401K Plan

$500 SIGN ON BONUS PAID AFTER 120 DAYS OF CONTINUOUS EMPLOYMENT!

Kapp Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The job description above is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.