Heavy Equipment Operator

This position is a member of a team responsible for assisting the Land Maintenance Manager ensuring tile drainage and excavating projects are completed safely, on-time, and in budget.

As a member of the Beck's Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:

• Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
• 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
• Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, Two Hundred Dollar Merchandise Allowance, & Much More

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment used for drainage purposes.
• Maintain equipment and tools used for performing the tasks, which includes lubricating, cleaning and repairing
• Survey and assist in designing new surface and sub-surface drainage systems for Beck's properties as required.
• Maintain CDL driver's license for some seed and/or equipment hauling.
• Operate other construction and production equipment as needed.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, compact and level earth to grade specifications. Includes using hand tool, such as, shovels, rakes, plate compactor, etc.
• Perform other related duties as may be required by the Production Land Maintenance Manager.

Job Requirements

Education and training:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck's automobile insurance policy.

Technical knowledge:

• Class A Commercial Driver's License or equivalent required.
• Basic computer and software skills.
• Technical knowledge in mechanical repair and equipment operation skills will be given preference.
• Good communication skills.

Travel and hours of work:

• Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck's regional locations and may vary in duration of time.
• Work hours may vary, depending on weather and project urgency.

Physical demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
• May be required to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation.
• Must be able to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner's Certificate.

Experience:

• Previous work experience with excavation equipment and heavy trucks preferred.

In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.