Craft - Operator, Rough, Civil

RES; Heth (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Job summary

RES is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently perform Civil and Electrical duties at the project site. You will operate backhoes, loaders, rollers, rock trucks and other equipment, conduct pre-inspections, monitor usage and fuel, and maintain a clean, organized site.

The role requires following OSHA procedures, wearing PPE, and reporting any unsafe conditions. Travel to various project sites may be required, and the final compensation will reflect education, qualifications,

Qualifications

• Experience in a construction field with progressive levels (I-IV).
• Certifications: crane operation relevant certificates; CDL a plus for A/T cranes.
• Ability to travel and work away from home as required.
• Commits to OSHA safety and operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently perform Civil/Electrical duties at project site.
• Operate light/heavy equipment including backhoe, loader, roller, rock truck, blade, excavator, dozer, forklift for crane erection.
• Inspect incoming/outgoing loads; complete pre-inspection checks and monitor equipment.
• Report pre-inspection results, hours, fuel usage, and any maintenance needs.
• Maintain organized job site and equipment; perform preventive maintenance and notify for refueling.
• Follow PPE, safety, and security procedures; report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Safety awareness

Heavy equipment operation

Pre-inspection checks

Teamwork

Tools

Backhoe

Loader

Roller

Rock truck

Blade

Excavator

Dozer

Forklift

Crane (A/T/Crawler)

Job description

Description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary

Responsible for safely and efficiently performing Civil/Electrical duties at the project site.

Requirements

• Follows OSHA safety and operating procedures of heavy and light equipment.
• Operates light/heavy equipment including, but not limited to:
  • Operates backhoe, loader, roller and rock truck
  • Operates blade, excavator, dozer, forklift for crane erection
• Inspects incoming and outgoing loads, perform all pre-inspection checks and monitor equipment during operation.
• Reports results from pre-inspections on equipment daily, hours usage, fuel usage, deficiencies and/or maintenance required.
• Performs work on various types of terrain (A/T and R/T), evaluating requirements for assigned work.
• Maintains job site and materials in an organized and efficient order.
• Maintains all mobile and stationary equipment by performing preventive maintenance, i.e. tightening, cleaning, greasing and other minor maintenance and repairs. Notifies supervisor for refueling. Notifies management of any malfunctions that occur.
• Climbs into heavy equipment using attached ladders.
• Cleans interior cab area of equipment daily.
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas as stated by OSHA.
• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a construction field, experience levels are progressive:
  • Level I: 0-2 years experience with backhoe, loader, roller and rock truck.
  • Level II: 0-3 years experience with blade, excavator and dozer in addition to level I equipment.
  • Level III: 1-3 years experience with trencher and up to 130 ton crane/crawler R/T (rough terrain) and less than 250T crane/crawler or A/T (all terrain) in addition to levels I and II equipment.
  • Level IV: 4+ years experience with 250 Ton crane/crawler or A/T (all terrain) in addition to levels I, II and III equipment.
• Must be certified on site for all types of heavy/light equipment by displaying skill level to a Superintendent.
• Crane Operators require CCO certification, must present certification card.
• CDL certifications are a plus for A/T cranes.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home as required.

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

Physical Requirements And Environment

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally: Carrying, climbing, crouching, grasping, gripping, handling, kneeling, pinching, pulling, pushing, lifting, reaching, and stooping are required. Frequently: Standing and walking is required. Constantly: Reading, vision, repetitive motions, and sitting are required. Exposed to occasional extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, wet, noise, hazards and vibration in the working environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.