Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Material Handling:

They move materials like dirt, rock, gravel, and other construction materials.

Following Plans and Instructions:

Operators must be able to read and interpret blueprints and construction plans to ensure accurate work.

Safety:

Maintaining a safe work environment is paramount, requiring adherence to safety regulations and procedures.

Basic Maintenance:

Operators may perform routine maintenance tasks, such as checking fluids, tires, and other equipment components.

Communication:

They need to communicate effectively with supervisors, other workers, and potentially with the public.

Problem-solving:

Operators must be able to identify and address potential problems with equipment or construction projects.

Training and Mentoring:

Some operators may be responsible for training new employees or mentoring less experienced workers.

Operating Heavy Machinery:

This includes bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, graders, forklifts, cranes, dump trucks, and other specialized equipment.

Site Preparation and Construction:

Heavy equipment operators are involved in preparing construction sites, moving earth, and building infrastructure like roads, bridges, and buildings.

Skills and Qualifications:

Physical Stamina and Strength: The job can be physically demanding.

Hand-Eye Coordination: Precise control of heavy machinery requires good hand-eye coordination.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of equipment operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.

Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to identify and resolve issues that arise on the job.

Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other workers.

Attention to Detail: Ensuring that work is completed accurately and safely.

Certifications and Licenses: Some operators may require specific certifications or licenses to operate certain types of equipment. Company Description

Progressive fast growing business with multiple opportunities in metals processing, maintenance, heavy equipment operation, automotive disassembling, tire changers, metals sorting

Full-time