Construction Light Equipment Operator

Cajun Industries, LLC; Village of Elmira Heights (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC seeks a Light Equipment Operator to operate bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and other site equipment on our construction projects. The role emphasizes safety and precision on busy job sites.

You will read load charts, follow hand signals, perform routine maintenance, inspect equipment daily, and coordinate with teams to move materials. The position requires adaptability to varying site conditions and weather.

Qualifications

• Experience operating hand-held or wheeled construction equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret load charts.
• Understand safety hazards and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret load charts
• Interpret hand signals for material placement
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment and fluids
• Report malfunctions to supervisors
• Load, transport, unload materials and equipment
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Hand signals interpretation

Safety awareness

Job description

Cajun Industries, LLC seeks a Light Equipment Operator to operate bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and other site equipment on our construction projects. The role emphasizes safety and precision on busy job sites.

You will read load charts, follow hand signals, perform routine maintenance, inspect equipment daily, and coordinate with teams to move materials. The position requires adaptability to varying site conditions and weather.