Equipment Operator

All Star Electric; Louisiana; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Retirement options

Disability insurance

PTO and Holidays

Job summary

Red Ox Construction in Covington, LA, is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators, skid steers, backhoes, and other heavy machinery on construction sites. The role requires coordinating with supervisors, reading blueprints, and maintaining equipment while adhering to safety standards.

Applicants should have 5+ years of experience, with certification preferred, and can expect competitive pay based on experience (BOE) along with life insurance, retirement options, disability

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Certification to operate heavy equipment preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety regulations.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Competitive pay based on experience (BOE).
• Life insurance.
• Retirement options.
• Short term disability and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment for construction tasks (dozer, excavator, skid steer, backhoe).
• Read and interpret civil construction blueprints, plans, and job specs.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Communicate with supervisors and site personnel for efficient project execution.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents or equipment damage.
• Perform site preparation, excavation, backfilling, grading, and other heavy lifting.

Job description

Red Ox Construction is a construction company located in Covington, LA. We specialize in commercial construction, highways, streets and bridges, heavy civil, and municipal and public works. Red Ox Construction is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our team. As the equipment operator, you are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of equipment such as an excavator, skid steer, backhoe, etc., on construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment for various construction tasks such as dozer, excavator, skid steer, and backho e.
• Read and interpret civil construction blueprints, plans, and job specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Communicate with supervisors and site personnel to ensure efficient project execution.
• Follow safety protocols to avoid accidents or damage to equipment and property.
• Perform site preparation, excavation, backfilling, grading, and other heavy lifting activities.
• Load and unload materials and equipment as needed.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to management promptly.

Qualifications and Skills

• 5+ years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Certification to operate heavy equipment preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety regulations.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Competitive pay based on experience (BOE).
• Life insurance.
• Retirement options.
• Short term disability and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement.