4012 Heavy Equipment Operator - Job Description

* 1. Heavy Equipment Operator Responsibilities:

• Maneuver heavy equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials
• Excavate and backfill trenches and excavations
• Transport backfill and other materials from storage areas to the installation point
• Rig and install conduit and concrete structures
• Observe and promote safety compliance
• Complete 20 hours of OVE required safety training annually
• Assist coworkers in ensuring that the site is clean and organized at the end of each shift
• Equipment inspection sheets and complete repair work orders
• Site installation and quality control requirements
• Equipment deliveries
• Environmental compliance audits
• Safety Audits
• High-Risk work permits

Heavy Equipment Operator Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of safety procedures and policies
• Ability to operate safely around existing utilities
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Excellent vision or the use of prescription lenses
• Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Sharp decision-making skills; particularly when under pressure
• Ability to work extended hours, as required

Heavy Equipment Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment in a related industry. Including but not limited to loaders, dozers, backhoes, skid steers, and excavators.
• Ability to work with and assist crew in hoisting materials, tools, equipment, and any related work 
• General construction knowledge
• Evidence of working successfully with a team
• Good driving record- valid drivers license 
• Drug Free

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