What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Walker Construction?
: Job Description: Equipment Operator – Full Time Seasonal
Functional Summary:
This position is a direct report to the site foreman or project manager. (depending upon project) The operator is responsible for the safe, proficient, and efficient operation of many pieces of heavy equipment depending upon the task at hand. These can range from a large excavator weighing 75,000 lbs. to a mini excavator weighing 4,000 lbs., differing dozers, loaders, graders, and rollers.
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the equipment operator are, but are not limited to:
- Takes direction from project manager or site foreman
- Is responsible to perform project within time frame outlined
· Has the ability to works with, directs and teaches laborers job-specific skills
· Communicated material needs for the following day to office – residential project
· Keeps equipment maintained (greased), and site clean and organized
· Reports maintenance issues for their machinery to the site foreman or the office
Safety:
Adherence to the company’s Safety manual
- Participate in weekly safety meeting
- Work in a safe responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure one’s self or endanger the well-being of others
Qualifications:
Education, Training and certifications
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Driver’s License - Required
Work Experience
- 2 plus years experience operating heavy equipment
- Experience with both commercial and residential sitework a plus but not required
Abilities
- Demonstrate professionalism with co-worker’s
- Have a sense of urgency to meet deadlines
- Accountability and dependability
- Come to work as scheduled and on time
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, outdoors, indoors, and in inclement weather
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and work sites will have uneven and inconsistent work surfaces
- Must be able to regularly lift 50 LBS and on occasion lift 100 LBS
- Kneeling and bending is regularly required
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment
- Overtime as required
- Drug and Alcohol use will not be permitted during working hours
*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees maybe required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35
