Equipment Operator

Oldcastle Inc.; Elmwood (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldcastle Inc. seeks a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator for its construction division in Elmwood, CT. The role involves using various equipment, ensuring safety while performing demanding physical tasks, and maintaining operational efficiency in diverse conditions. A promising opportunity with benefits is available for qualified candidates looking for growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate heavy equipment like excavators, bulldozers, and front-end loaders.
• Requires ability to work in varying environmental conditions safely.
• Physical capacity to lift up to 75 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate various pieces of equipment to support construction operations.
• Perform strenuous work outdoors, maintaining safety protocols.
• Adapt to high noise levels and hazardous job environments.

Skills

Ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to perform work safely and efficiently

Ability to work in daytime and nighttime conditions

Job description

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Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position involves operating various pieces of equipment used in the construction division including, but not limited to Excavators, , bulldozers, front end loaders, and skid steers, asphalt and dirt rollers, transfer machines .

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Operating equipment used in support of the construction and paving operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform all job duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to perform work in daytime and nighttime conditions.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and construction areas as outlined by OSHA and state agencies. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position: Hardhat, safety glasses, reinforced toed shoes, hand protection, safety vest/high visibility clothing for any work in the field. Hearing protection.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to sit, walk, stand, climb, crawl, bend, kneel, reach above shoulders, and lift up to 75 pounds for periods of time.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus, and operate various pieces of equipment.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Frequently: Bend, Climb, Reach

Occasionally: Kneel, Squat, Stand, Walk

This position requires an employee to lift:

Frequently:0 – 10 lbs,10 – 25 lbs,25 – 50 lbs

Occasionally:50 – 75 lbs

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, works outside in conditions that may be cold and icy, and exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

The noise level in the work environment may be high.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tilcon Connecticut Inc. proudly supports Affirmative Action, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Tilcon Connecticut Inc. is a drug-free work environment.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.