Equipment Operator

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 3%

Paid time off

On-the-job training and advancement

Job summary

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators, dozers, rollers, and track loaders while meeting production goals and quality standards.

You will mentor apprentices and operator trainees to advance their skills. The role emphasizes safety, daily equipment inspections, communication with site supervision, and performing tasks per plans, with opportunities for overtime, benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, and a

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, rollers, track loaders).
• Ability to lead crews for quality and production.
• Knowledge of soil and stone conditions and earthmoving.
• Ability to read grade stakes and plans; accurate measurement and calculation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment such as excavators, dozers, rollers, and track loaders and maintain daily inspection logs.
• Excavate, grade, backfill, and compact to plans and grade stakes.
• Work safely around underground utilities, personnel, and spotters.
• Coordinate with project supervision and communicate issues promptly.
• Operate GPS and laser grade-control systems to maintain grade and proper drainage.
• Mentor apprentices and operators to advance capabilities.
• Load and unload machines on trailers and assist with ground work when not operating.

Skills

Equipment operation

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Soil/stone knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

First Aid/CPR

Tools

GPS/Grade-control systems

Machine control systems

Job description

Gioia Concrete Construction is a fast-growing commercial and industrial concrete construction company. We are looking for high-caliber, career-oriented individuals to join our team. As a member of our team, you will build projects you can be proud of while improving your trade and leadership skills. Every member of our team contributes to a safe and efficient job site, and everyoneshares inthe rewards of a job well done.

General Description:

The Equipment Operator will operate equipment safely and efficiently as assigned, while meeting production goals and quality standards.The Equipment Operator will work alongside and mentor apprentices and operator technicians to advance their operating capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate equipment such as excavators, dozers, rollers, and compact track loaders without incident, while maintaining daily inspection logs and conducting daily preventative maintenance checks
• Excavate, grade, backfill, and compact to plans and grade stakes
• Work safely around underground utilities, ground personnel, and spotters
• Efficiently and effectively operate equipment to increase engagement and decrease downtime, while properly communicating with the project supervision on any issues that may arise
• Operate GPS and laser grade-control systems to hold grade and ensure proper drainage
• Understand soil and compaction requirements and communicate with the project supervision about what is being experienced in the field related to stone and soil types
• Perform all assigned tasks, responsibilities, and related work processes in the safest possible manner, always ensuring that a safe, accident/incident-free work environment is maintained for all coworkers, clients, suppliers, etc.
• Load and unload machines on trailers and assist with ground work when not operating

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED - Preferred
• Vocational or technical training/work experience in grading/site development/construction
• Ability to safely lead crews for quality and production
• Ability to work with and troubleshoot machine control systems
• Knowledge of soil and stone conditions and earthmoving
• Accurate measurement and calculation skills and mechanical reasoning
• Problem-solving, troubleshooting, and maintenance reasoning
• Open communication with supervisor and team members
• Implementation of site safety and work-task plans
• Ability to recognize and correct job site hazards
• Ability to make judgments and decisions at task level
• Consistent focus on safety, quality, production, and innovation
• Current valid driver's license and pre-employment drug screen
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification
• First Aid/CPR
• Ability to lift, carry, or move up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent steering, riding, bouncing, along with the ability to sit for long periods of time on heavy equipment
• Full-time, Monday-Friday with early starts; overtime available
• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% company match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%
• Paid time off
• On-the-job training and a clear path for advancement into leadership roles

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.