Power Equipment Operator

Granite Construction
The Woodlands, Texas
Full-time

General Summary

Operates backhoe (hydraulic shovel attached to tractor or train) which digs holes and trenches and removes and transports earth, gravel and other such materials.

We participate in on-the-job training.

Essential Job Accountabilities

Moves hand and foot levers to control hydraulic shovel.

Uses shovel to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth and width, remove loosened material and put in piles or transport trucks.

Performs routine maintenance on equipment, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience

Certification

Proper certification required

Work Experience

Appropriate training and experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Workers should be able to :

Practice good safety habits

Work in dusty or dirty surroundings

Follow instructions and meet set standards

Judge distances and slopes accurately

Make decisions based on verifiable standards.

Physically, workers must be able to :

Stoop, bend, and crouch

Use hands, arms, and legs fully

See well (either naturally or with correction)

Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

30+ days ago
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