Job Description
Job Description
Summary
The Fine Grade Operator will work collaboratively with the Laborers and Foreman for completion of jobsite activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate heavy motorized equipment used in earth moving and construction operations in a safe and effective manner
- Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
- Work outdoors on location in all weather conditions and on all terrain
- Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment
- Repair or assist in the repair and maintenance of the construction vehicles
- Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required including fluid and filter changes and parts lubrication
- Clean equipment as scheduled or when required
- Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored when finished for the day
- Practice workplace safety per OSHA standards
- Ability to work independently and to stay on top of the schedule
- Willingness to do work outside of equipment operations, which includes but is not limited to general labor work
- Maintains a neat appearance and dresses appropriately for the job
- Good attendance
- Is a team player, and communicates well
- Presents a positive attitude about the company and the job
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and / or Experience
Proven ability to operate heavy equipmentValid driver / operator licenseHigh school diploma or equivalent or at least one year of experienceKnowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenanceKnowledge of basic equipment and vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levelsAbility to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety proceduresMust always present a professional image, representing self and company in a professional, courteous and respectful manner when dealing with customers, vendors, employees and the publicSkilled with various hand and power toolsCompetent operating excavators, backhoe, trencher, etc.Physical Requirements
Sit, stand, and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workdayStand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the dayBend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workdayLift from 10 to 150 poundsWork both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may be in loud environmentsMust work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety of him / herself or othersLanguage Skills
Must be able to read and comprehend EnglishThe above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.
All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle recordcheck.
Equal opportunity employer, including veterans, and individuals with disabilities