Equipment Operator

Lumin8 Transportation Technologies Llc; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Discretionary Bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Lumin8 Transportation Technologies Llc seeks an Equipment Operator to support transportation infrastructure projects. You will operate Hydro-Vac trucks, bucket trucks, excavators, cranes, and related heavy equipment, performing inspections and routine maintenance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, extensive hands-on experience, and relevant certifications. You must follow safety protocols, wear PPE, and may need to provide your own tools and transportation.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Eight years combined experience in grounds/labor/technician roles and equipment operation.
• Must possess and maintain CDL Class A or be insurable.
• Familiar with traffic signal wiring standards and plans.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely on job sites and during transport.
• Inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and report repairs.
• Load/unload equipment and coordinate with teams at sites.
• Assist with supervision and training of junior staff.
• Maintain required certifications and licenses.
• Complete project paperwork and communicate with customers.

Skills

Traffic signal wiring

Reading plans and diagrams

Team supervision

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WL Bucket Truck/Aerial Lift

Trencher

Crane/Rigging

Derrick/Digger Trucks

Job description

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Equipment Operator

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1918

Salary Range: $32.00 To $38.00 Hourly

Equipment Operator

At Lumin8 Transportation Technologies, we are committed to delivering a full range of Smart Infrastructure Services for the transportation industry. We design, construct, install, integrate, operate, monitor, and maintain a wide variety of Transportation Infrastructure Assets/Technologies for our customers and communities.

We are currently seeking an experienced Equipment Operator to join our team. This role includes operating a variety of specialized vehicles and equipment such as Hydro-Vac Trucks, Bucket Trucks, Excavators, Backhoes, Cranes, concrete saw and other heavy machinery used in commercial electrical and infrastructure projects.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Discretionary Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance and matching 401(k) plan.

To learn more about us and see out opportunities, please visit our website at www.lumin8.com .

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Skilled and technical work in the construction, installation, and repair of traffic signal systems, highway lighting, and other transportation related systems.
• Drives construction equipment to and from job sites, loads and unloads equipment from trucks and/or trailers.
• Inspects equipment, performs preventive maintenance, and reports needed repairs.
• Safely and efficiently operates all equipment including but not limited to; aerial lift/bucket trucks, trenchers, derrick/digger trucks, cranes, backhoes, trackhoes, air compressors, and concrete saws.
• Makes operating adjustments and minor repairs to equipment such as changing buckets and teeth and tightening loose bolts and fittings.
• Assist with supervision and training of subordinate employees.
• Have their own hand tools (Complete list).
• Follow requirements for utility locates and permits.
• Fill out and turn in required personal and project paperwork.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Communications with customers and other contractors.
• Responsible for maintaining and renewing required certifications and licenses.
• Provide their own transportation to and from work and/or be responsible for company assigned vehicle if provided and typically report to work at the job site.
• Wear steel toe work boots when working on a construction site.
• Wear Safety Vest and Hard Hat when on a job site.
• Use proper PPE as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum eight years combined experience as a Groundsman / Laborer, Maintenance Technician I or Construction Technician I, and Equipment Operator I. Some experience may be substituted with equivalent related construction or electrical experience.
• Ability to operate gas torches (cutting and brazing).
• Must be proficient with basic hand tools and power tools.
• Must be proficient at traffic signal wiring.
• Must be familiar with MUTCD, NEC, CDOT, Local, Customer, and Project specific standards and specifications .
• Must be able to read plans and schematic diagrams.
• Must be able to read survey stakes, elevations, and grades.
• Must be familiar with basic communications systems, radio, fiber, hard wire, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair simple problems.
• Ability to efficiently supervise others, analyze and solve work problems, make decisions.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work, often under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to follow and transmit clear written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with others.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, and TRAINING:

• Must possess and maintain valid Texas commercial driver’s license (CDL class A).
• Must be insurable.
• Hazard Communications/MSDS
• WL Bucket Truck/Aerial Lift, and Fall Protection.
• WL Trencher, Excavation, and Utility Damage Prevention.
• WL Crane and Rigging/Material Handling
• CDOT Flagger Certification
• IMSA Work Zone Safety certification or equivalent.
• IMSA Traffic Signal Level I Certification.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work at heights over 15 feet.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work nights

COMPENSATION:

This is a “Full Time” hourly position with the opportunity to advance. Pay range is between $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on previous experience. The following benefits are included on the 1st day of the month following your date of hire:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance & AD&D
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability – Long Term Disability
• 401(k) plan (with matching)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

Lumin8 Transportation Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status.