Backhoe Operator - INF

Kiewit-Corporation-cba042a0; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation in Fort Worth, TX seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to maintain and build roads and rights‑of‑way. You will operate a variety of vehicles and large equipment, load gravel and dirt, grade surfaces and assist with trenching for pipes.

The job requires physical fitness, ability to work outdoors in all weather, overtime and weekend work as workload dictates, and strict adherence to safety and project rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant field experience.
• Working knowledge of position-specific skills and abilities.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate with supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights‑of‑way.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes.
• Check and maintain all fluid levels and lubrication.
• Instruct and train employees in safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify causes of defects.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

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Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
• May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what Kiewit builds, the way Kiewit builds it. We only hire the best - and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

There's no limit to what you'll work on at Kiewit. With contracts in different markets and geographic areas, Kiewit careers offer opportunities totackle new challenges all the time. Whether you're building a facility that can turn water into power or a safer transportation network, you're bound to make an impact in new and exciting ways.