Asphalt Plant Equipment Operator

Middlesex Corp.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Middlesex Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator in Orlando, Florida. The role focuses on safe, technically proficient operation of assigned heavy equipment within a major civil construction environment.

You will perform daily equipment checks, maintain cleanliness, and follow all safety policies while coordinating with the Project Superintendent. Asphalt plant experience is a plus, with opportunities for growth in a team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of heavy civil equipment operator experience.
• Experience with Loader, Excavator, Skid Steer and Dozers.
• Asphalt plant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and proficiently per policy.
• Complete equipment condition reports and daily checklists.
• Clean machines; maintain interior cleanliness and lubrication.
• Follow safety policies and be aware of utilities in the work zone.
• Report fuel status to Superintendent daily.
• Notify Superintendent of supplies or maintenance needs.

Skills

Equipment operation

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Loader

Excavator

Skid Steer

Dozer

Asphalt plant experience

Job description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Equipment Operator is responsible for safe and technically proficient operation of equipment assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do.
• Complete equipment condition reports, as well as a daily checklist of work to be done on your equipment and provide to the Project Superintendent daily.
• Cleaning the machines regularly. This includes sweeping the cabs and removing trash daily, cleaning the interior weekly, and lubricating doors and windows bi-weekly.
• Understand and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures. Know where all utilities within the work zone are located. Be responsible for your own safety as well as those working in the area.
• Inform your Superintendent or Foreman daily of your equipment fuel status so the fuel truck can be scheduled if needed for the next morning.
• Make a note on your equipment report and let your Superintendent know if you need any supplies, i.e.: grease, oil, rags, cleaning supplies, or if the machine needs to be steam cleaned.

Qualifications:

• Must have 1-2 years Operator Experience in Heavy/Civil Construction.
• Experience with Loader, Excavator, Skid Steer, Dozers.
• Asphalt Plant Experience (Preferred)

Necessary Attributes:

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Team player and with strong interpersonal and verbal skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.
• Strong commitment to success of all.
• Possess a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrate the upmost professionalism in how you represent yourself.
• Show quality in everything you do.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.

• medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents
• employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• top-tier 401k with matching
• tuition reimbursement
• industry leading referral program
• generous paid time off

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.