Concrete Substation Operator

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Springfield (MO); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is seeking an experienced Substation Heavy Equipment Operator to support substation construction and related infrastructure projects.

The role mainly runs track hoes/excavators, skid steers, and small dozers for earthwork, site prep, and material handling while coordinating with crews and utilities on active jobsites. The position requires prior heavy equipment operation experience in construction, a safety-first mindset, and willingness to travel full-time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Willingness to travel full-time.
• Experience operating track hoe/excavator, skid steer, and/or dozer.
• Construction, heavy civil, utility, or substation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe excavation practices and PPE usage.

Responsabilités

• Operate track hoe/excavator, skid steer, small dozer, and other equipment for substation construction.
• Excavate for foundations, pads, trenches, conduits, and grounding systems.
• Fine grade areas for concrete foundations, pads, access roads, and substation improvements.
• Backfill and compact excavated areas after underground or foundation work.
• Load, move, spread, and stockpile dirt, rock, aggregate, and other materials.
• Operate equipment safely around ground personnel, utilities, structures, and other equipment.
• Read grade stakes and follow elevations and excavation limits.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Identify equipment issues and communicate needed repairs to supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Connaissances

Track hoe/excavator operation

Travel full-time

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Excavator

Skid steer

Dozer

Description du poste

Emery Sapp & Sons is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Substation Heavy Equipment Operator to support the construction of electrical substations and related infrastructure projects. This position will primarily operate track hoes/excavators, skid steers, and small dozers to perform excavation, grading, site preparation, material handling, and other earthwork associated with substation construction. The ideal candidate has existing heavy equipment operating experience in a construction environment and is comfortable working around crews, utilities, foundations, and active jobsites. This is a full-time travel position.

Responsibilities

• Operate track hoe/excavator, skid steer, small dozer, and other construction equipment in support of substation construction
• Perform excavation, grading, backfilling, site preparation, and general earthwork
• Excavate for foundations, equipment pads, trenches, conduit, grounding systems, and underground installations
• Fine grade and prepare areas for concrete foundations, pads, access roads, and other substation improvements
• Backfill and compact excavated areas after underground or foundation work is completed
• Load, move, spread, and stockpile dirt, rock, aggregate, and other construction materials
• Operate equipment safely around ground personnel, existing utilities, structures, and other equipment
• Read grade stakes and follow established elevations and excavation limits
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
• Identify equipment issues and communicate needed repairs to supervision
• Assist with general construction and labor activities when equipment operation is not required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Work closely with foremen, operators, and craft personnel to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices
• Other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel full-time required
• Experience operating track hoe/excavator, skid steer, and/or dozer required
• Construction, heavy civil, utility, industrial, or substation experience preferred
• Experience performing excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation
• Ability to safely operate equipment in tight areas and around ground crews
• Ability to understand grade stakes, elevations, and basic construction plans
• Knowledge of safe excavation practices and equipment operating procedures
• Ability to perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Strong safety awareness and good communication skills
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to work overtime and travel as project needs require
• Valid driver's license preferred
• Preferred Experience Concrete foundations and structural concrete
• Utility, industrial, or substation construction Earthwork, grading, and excavation support Heavy civil construction projects
• OSHA 10 or other construction safety certifications

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!