What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Equipment Operator position at Tribus Construction?
Job Title: Construction Equipment Operator
Location: Tribus Construction, Bentonville, AR
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: DOE
Job Summary
We are seeking experienced and skilled Construction Equipment Operators to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will operate heavy machinery to support construction activities at various project sites. This role involves handling equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and backhoes, ensuring that all tasks are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate heavy construction machinery such as loaders, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, and excavators.
- Perform routine maintenance checks and ensure the proper functioning of the equipment.
- Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and site layouts to determine work requirements.
- Load and unload construction materials.
- Perform excavation, trenching, grading, and demolition tasks as needed.
- Follow safety protocols and regulations to ensure a hazard-free work environment.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and project teams.
- Adjust machinery settings to meet the demands of each specific task.
- Assist in on-site logistics and ensure smooth operation of the equipment.
- Report any equipment malfunctions or issues to maintenance personnel.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience as a construction equipment operator.
- Proficiency in operating heavy machinery (bulldozers, excavators, loaders, etc.).
- Valid equipment operator certification or license (where applicable).
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols in construction environments.
- Good physical condition and stamina.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions and on different types of terrain.
Preferred:
- Certification from a vocational or technical school in heavy equipment operation.
- Knowledge of GPS machine control systems.
- Experience working on large-scale commercial or civil construction projects.
- CDL holder
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Paid holidays.
- Opportunities for overtime.
Email experience and references to eric@tribus-construction.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Extended hours
- Home daily
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person