BOH-Asphalt Equipment Operator

Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in New Orleans is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator. The ideal candidate will operate various heavy equipment like excavators and pavers, adhere to safety protocols, and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions. This role requires reliability and teamwork, with a preference for candidates holding a current TWIC. The company is a union contractor offering competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operating heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions.
• Understanding and following safety protocols.
• Current TWIC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate various heavy construction equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with housekeeping and safety checks.
• Work effectively in a team environment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety protocol adherence

Reliability

Tools

Screeds

Pavers

Motor graders

Excavators

Front end loaders

Rubber tire backhoes

Dozers

Job description

Opportunity available for an experienced heavy equipment operator. This individual must observe all Boh Bros. safety protocols and be drug-free. Must have consistent and reliable transportation to and from job sites assigned. Most job sites located in and around the greater New Orleans area.

Duties include but are not limited to operating a variety of power construction equipment including screeds, pavers, motor graders, excavators, front end loaders, rubber tire backhoes, dozers, used to place asphalt, concrete or other hard surface paving materials; performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance on all equipment; performing other duties on the jobsite when not operating equipment, housekeeping at job site, checking safety protocol, beginning of shift set-up and end of shift clean-up, etc. Must be able to work in a team setting with other craft workers engaged in heavy construction activities.

Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, cold, heat, humidity, and some work at heights and in excavations, able to work at various job sites and locations assigned, and understand directions. Also may be exposed to hazards associated with but not limited to dust, odors, fumes, noise, and vibration hazards.

Must have experience in the road or construction field, working outdoors in extreme weather conditions, and understand directions. Must be devoted and reliable. Current TWIC preferred.

Boh Bros. is a union contractor. All wages and benefits are determined by the union agreement. All new hires will be paid 90% of the journeyman scale for the first 300 hours of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.