Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavation

• Operate a dozer, excavator, or other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to operate proficiently and at a “finish grade” level.
• Read and understand blueprints to understand the site plan.
• Set up rotary lasers and use for site grading.
• Communicate with site supervisor or foreman about the site-specific specifications or requirements or general plans.
• Communicate with laborers, truck drivers, and other employees to help keep the site running safely and efficiently.
• Perform general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily.
• Clean and maintain equipment inside and out.
• Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day.
• Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating a different piece of equipment or helping laborers when a situation demands it.
• Knowledge and understanding of commercial excavating and grades.
• Consistently show up on time and ready to work.
• Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times.

• Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must have a firm understanding grades and commercial earthwork.
• Prior experience with operating with GPS is encouraged, but not required.
• Ability to perform your work with limited direction / supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment.

• Comfortable working in a high-stress environment.
• Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.
• Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic.

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