Heavy Equipment Operator

The position is located in Sells, AZ.

Position Summary :

Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the operation of heavy duty equipment efficiently and safely.

The work is normally reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in process, to ensure accuracy, timeliness and conformance to established standards; major work tasks are covered by instructions or procedures and unusual situations are referred to a supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Operates a variety of equipment in an effective and safe manner, such as : graders, forklifts, large backhoes, front-end loaders, crawler tractors, small bobcats, and bulldozers.
• Operates a truck trailer with lowboy unit attached for transporting heavy equipment.
• Performs minor maintenance and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Notifies supervisory personnel for need of regular, preventative, or emergency maintenance of all heavy equipment.
• Performs duties under varied field conditions.
• Transports and dumps loose material such as soil, sand, gravel, crushed rock, to specific project sites.
• Grades surface, compacts soil, or rolls to exact specifications.
• Logs and submits written reports at the request of the supervisor.
• Attends maintenance and safety training workshops.
• Logs and schedules maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles.
• Protects and secures equipment and supplies at the end of each work day.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned and contributes to a team effort.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Minimum Qualifications :

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma and five years of work experience in the operation and general maintenance of heavy equipment, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and work experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position.

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements :

Salary : $27