Heavy Equipment Operator

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Heavy Equipment Operator

AMAT

Farmington New Mexico United States

Job ID 530103

Four Corners Materials a CRH company Our purpose commitment to the future and formula for growth is to champion the safety empowerment and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand rock landscape products ready-mixed concrete asphalt paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity mutual respect innovation service sustainability and financial strength.

Position Overview

This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of a crusher and some other various types of construction equipment including but not limited to Roller Motor Grader Excavator Loader Water Truck etc.

Pay ranges from 20 to 25 an hour based on experience.

Key Responsibilities Essential Duties and Functions

Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on all equipment prior to use.

Report any issues or concerns with equipment to supervisor immediately.

Load and unload materials ontofrom trucks trailers and other vehicles using various types of machinery.

Backfill excavations and compact soil using heavy equipment.

Assist in the construction buildings roads bridges and other.

Knowledge of aggregate sizes and classifications.

Knowledge of weight requirements of loads leaving the pit.

Travel from interstate highway to rural dirt roads from various locations.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

EducationExperience

High School diploma or general education degree GED required.

2-5 years previous experience is required. Knowledge of earth moving and earth moving equipment is required.

Work Requirements

Must be 18 years in age or older.

Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Must have standard drivers license.

Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment PPE in designated operations and productions areas as stated by OSHA and MSHA.

Compliance with all OSHA andor MSHA regulations.

KnowledgeSkill Requirements

Knowledge of aggregate sizes and classifications.

Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks.

Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions.

Ability to recognize hazardous conditions.

Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail.

Key Competencies

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations Responds promptly to needs.

Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

PlanningOrganizing - Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner Reacts well under pressure Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines Reports potentially unsafe conditions Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment Changes approach or method to best fit the situation Able to deal with frequent change delays or unexpected events.

AttendancePunctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions responds to management direction Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed able to consistently work independentl