Equipment Operator

Middlesex co; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employee assistance programs

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Middlesex co is hiring an Equipment Operator in West Haven, Connecticut. The position entails safe operation of equipment, maintenance, and adherence to safety policies.

Qualified candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in Heavy/Civil Construction and an OSHA 10 certification. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a top-tier 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience operating equipment in Heavy/Civil Construction.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

• Comply with and promote all Safety policies and procedures.
• Complete equipment condition reports and daily checklists.
• Perform regular cleaning of machines.
• Monitor and report equipment fuel levels.

Skills

Operating equipment

Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Job description

Position Summary:

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment, ensuring compliance with company safety policies and procedures and performing routine maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures, including reporting all accidents, incidents, and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do.
• Complete equipment condition reports and daily checklists for assigned equipment, providing updates to the Project Superintendent daily.
• Perform regular cleaning of machines, including daily sweeping of cabs, trash removal, weekly interior cleaning, and bi-weekly lubrication of doors and windows.
• Understand and follow all Company safety policies and procedures, ensuring the safety of both yourself and those working in your vicinity.
• Monitor and report equipment fuel levels to the Superintendent or Foreman daily to ensure timely refueling.
• Note any needed supplies or issues with the equipment, such as grease, oil, rags, cleaning supplies, or the need for steam cleaning, and inform the Superintendent.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience operating equipment in Heavy/Civil Construction.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Necessary Attributes:

• Adaptability to different personalities and management styles.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedication and hard work with a strong commitment to team success.
• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and attention to quality in all tasks performed.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.