Earthwork Utility Heavy Equipment Operator

DT Specialized Services; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits after 60 days

401K with company match after 1 year

PTO and per diem for travel

Certified training provided

Job summary

DT Specialized Services in Catoosa is looking for an Earthwork Utility Heavy Equipment Operator. You will be responsible for safely operating machinery, adhering to safety standards, and ensuring effective teamwork on site.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and preferred certifications such as OSHA training. Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset are essential for success. The position also offers benefits such as medical coverage and 401K after 60 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate safe operation of assigned heavy equipment.
• Monitor and track field data as requested.
• Perform daily pre-inspections of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe manner.
• Ensure all safety requirements are implemented.
• Maintain daily paperwork and reports.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem Solving

Attention to details

Ability to travel

Flexibility to help where needed

Education

High School Diploma / GED

OSHA 10 or 30 (Preferred)

CPR / First Aid Training (Preferred)

Job description

Our core values are deeply ingrained principles that guide every action our company undertakes; these core values serve as our cultural cornerstones.

We welcome the individual in this position to embrace and grow with us per our core values.

• Accountability
• Safety
• Continuous Improvement
• Passion
• Ethical Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer Satisfaction
• Learn It, Do It, Share It
• Embrace, Challenge, and Drive Success

What we offer:

• Salary that will be negotiated and will be based on skill set, experience, position best suited to your skills, and the market.
• Company provided cell phone
• Company provided fuel card
• Company credit card for appropriate expenses
• Medical benefits available after 60 days of full-time employment
• Supplemental benefits available after 60 days of full-time employment
• 401K with company match plan after 1 year of full-time employment
• DT provided Life Insurance and Disability of $25,000
• PTO
• $30 a day per diem for travel
• Paid hotel rooms for travel
• Certified training

Earthwork Utility Heavy Equipment Operator | In this role you will…

Be responsible for operating company owned machinery in a safe and effective manner. Able to demonstrate safe operation of assigned equipment. Operator is expected to use his/her experience and judgement to make decisions considering safety and efficiency.

• Ensure all safety requirements and codes are implemented and met by all team members
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followedUnderstand means and methods to safely perform assigned tasks
• Understand and ensure safety of team members
• Monitor and track field data as requested by superintendent
• Maintain paperwork daily
• Operate heavy equipment includes running, maneuvering, navigating, and driving
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life in accordance to company policies and procedures
• Perform daily pre-inspections: identify problems or defects that need corrected, report problems or defects immediately
• Heavy Equipment includes (but not limited too): Excavator, Dozer, Off Road Truck, Motor Grader, Backhoe, Skid Steer, Roller, Reclaimer, etc.

What we look for:

• High School Diploma / GED
• OSHA 10 or 30 (Preferred)
• CPR / First Aid Training (Preferred)
• Strong communication skills; thorough and attentive to details
• Problem Solving
• Understand earthwork / utility means and methods
• Travel for periods of time, as projects require
• Flexible to help where needed