627 Scraper Operator

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. in Missouri is seeking an experienced Scarper Operator to run heavy equipment on our construction projects. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and delivering work on schedule and within budget.

You will collaborate with crew members and subcontractors, read and interpret construction plans, perform basic maintenance, and mentor newer operators while upholding high quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment on construction sites.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed.
• Communicate regularly with crew members and subcontractors to ensure work is on schedule and within budget.
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure awareness of schedules and deadlines.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team communication

Analytical thinking

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in heavy equipment operation (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced 627 Scarper Operator to work on our construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget.

As a key member of our team, the Scarper Operator will work closely with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that projects are completed to the highest level of quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality
• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed
• Communicate regularly with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlines
• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained and that safety procedures are followed at all times
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects
• Provide on-the-job training to new operators and act as a mentor to other operators

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred
• 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, with experience in a construction setting preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.

Join the ESS team today!