1015 - Operator Equipment - Heavy 2

Operator Equipment - Heavy 2

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment (i.e. track loader, dozer, backhoe, excavator, scraper, grader, side boom, boring machine, RT Extended boom forklift, etc.); to excavate, move and / or grade material.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operate gasoline, diesel, pneumatic or electric powered equipment to move objects or material according to project specifications.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Calculate slopes and grades of materials.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Must have in his / her possession an OCI Equipment Qualification card endorsing the unit being operated.
• Follow Load capacity charts and assure proper equipment support based on equipment capacity and type.
• Observe the travel of all loads and take appropriate action to avoid injury to personnel or damage to property.
• Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested.
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor.
• Participate in all pre?job work planning and safety discussions.
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately.

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Minimum Qualifications :

3+ years or 6,000 hours of working experience as an equipment operator and a strong working knowledge of the operating and rigging crafts is required. Must have working knowledge of the operating limitations and safe work practices associated with each piece of equipment being operated. A copy of the executed Medical Examiner's Certificate must be on file before any operation begins. Commercial driver's license is required when the equipment will be operated on public roads. Must be at least 18 years of age.

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Job Grade : 200

Nearest Major Market : Tallahassee