Equipment Operator - 627 Scraper

EMERY SAPP & SONS; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

EMERY SAPP & SONS is seeking a Scraper Operator to support construction projects. You will operate a 627 Scraper safely and efficiently, maintaining equipment and coordinating with crew members and subcontractors to keep projects on schedule and budget.

The role emphasizes on-the-job training and mentoring of junior operators, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and timely delivery of work. Prior heavy equipment experience and blueprint literacy are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in a construction setting.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication skills for diverse audiences on-site.
• Strong analytical skills to review project data and identify improvements.
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 627 Scraper safely and efficiently to meet project timelines.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed.
• Communicate regularly with crew members and subcontractors to stay on schedule and budget.
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors regarding schedules and deadlines.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects.
• Provide on-the-job training to new operators and mentor other operators.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Reading blueprints

Communication

Analytical thinking

Construction site experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in heavy equipment operation

Job description

We are seeking a Scraper Operator to work on our construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget. As a key member of our team, the Operator will work closely with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that projects are completed to the highest level of quality.ResponsibilitiesOperate a 627 ScraperEnsure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of qualityMaintain equipment and perform basic repairs as neededCommunicate regularly with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budgetDevelop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlinesEnsure that all equipment is properly maintained and that safety procedures are followed at all timesIdentify and resolve issues that arise during construction projectsProvide on-the-job training to new operators and act as a mentor to other operatorsOther duties as assignedQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, with experience in a construction setting preferredAbility to read and interpret construction plans and specificationsStrong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiencesStrong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvementExperience with government contracts and compliance is a plusEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)