Heavy Equipment Operator

Stewart & Tate is a family owned and operated, full service construction firm that specializes in general building construction, site development, and specialized industrial construction. Stewart & Tate is a subsidiary of the Stewart Companies, a York, PA based, family-owned and operated group of companies serving the construction, materials, real estate, and automotive industries.

Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator safely operates a variety of equipment (mini-ex, backhoes, etc.) used in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads, highways, parking lots and other large site jobs.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must keep building and/or assigned areas of jobsite clean and organized as necessary to maintain a Safe and productive working environment.
• Ensures that proper Safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Brings problems to the attention of the Foreman/General Superintendent, Safety Director or HR manager.
• Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in road, site or highway construction and paving. such as Dozers, Skid Loaders, Mini Excavators, Back Hoes etc.
• Follows daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Assists in training new employees performing the maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce Safety procedures.
• Ability to travel as needed (typically less than 10% of the time).
• 2 years or greater experience with effectively operating heavy construction equipment.
• Capable of climbing a ladder, reaching overhead, bending, pulling on wrenches, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to work outside in all types of weather.
• Ability to work extended or overtime hours as needed.
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OSHA guidelines.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to hold a Med Card.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Clean driving record.

Work Environment

• The work is regularly performed in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust, asphalt, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Occasional exposure to a variety of extreme and loud conditions at construction job sites

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Physical demands include but are not limited to lifting heavy objects, walking and standing for long periods of time and performing strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• Lifts, push, pull or carry objects; use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jump, sprint or throw objects.
• Excellent stamina, good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination required.
• Capable of frequently lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving items up to 100 pounds.

The Stewart Companies offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, Life and Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan, Voluntary Supplemental Insurance products, Employee Assistance Plan, and paid vacation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.