Equipment Operator - Class A - Grading

Vulcan Materials Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator for road construction projects requiring earth moving and material handling. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and efficient operation of excavator, front end loader, and finish grader on demanding outdoor sites.

Candidates should have experience with heavy off-road mobile equipment, be able to work overtime, and comply with SHE policies. High school diploma or GED preferred; outdoor weather conditions apply.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy off-road equipment on road construction sites.
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety protocols and daily equipment inspections.
• Willingness to overtime and flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Load materials in haul trucks or into stockpiles.
• Perform duties safely, observing all safety and health rules.
• Operate equipment with a high degree of competence, skill and proficiency.
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and complete daily equipment reports.
• Report unsafe mechanical conditions to supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices on equipment.
• Train new equipment operators on the equipment they are qualified to operate.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Team player

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Excavator

Front end Loader

Finish grader

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position involves operating various types of heavy equipment on heavy highway construction projects. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in operating specific construction equipment on heavy road construction job sites including earth moving of overburden materials. Must have a strong understanding of safety protocols, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment. The driver must be able to efficiently, properly and accurately operate heavy mobile equipment, such as excavator, front end loader, and finish grader. In such assignments, the incumbent will remain seated, operating the equipment for extended periods of time.

Job Summary

This position involves operating various types of heavy equipment on heavy highway construction projects. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in operating specific construction equipment on heavy road construction job sites including earth moving of overburden materials. Must have a strong understanding of safety protocols, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment. The driver must be able to efficiently, properly and accurately operate heavy mobile equipment, such as excavator, front end loader, and finish grader. In such assignments, the incumbent will remain seated, operating the equipment for extended periods of time.

Essential Functions

• Ability to load materials in haul trucks or into stockpiles efficiently.


• Perform duties safely, responsibly and proficiently observing all safety and health rules.


• Expected to operate equipment with a high degree of competence, skill and proficiency


• Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and complete daily equipment reports.


• Report unsafe mechanical conditions to supervisor.


• Maintain good housekeeping practices on equipment.


• Train new equipment operators on the equipment they are qualified to operate.

Critical Competencies

• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.


• Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment.


• Safety Awareness - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.


• Personal Accountability - Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others.


• Work Ethic - Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.

Responsibilities

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent preferred

Experience

• Intermediate to advanced experience operating heavy off road mobile equipment on road constructions jobs.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Comply with all SHE and other company policies, procedures and requirements.


• Follow established traffic patterns avoiding road hazards and other hazardous conditions.


• Perform duties safely, responsibly, and proficiently, observing all safety and health rules.


• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Other Requirements

• Candidate must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions of heat and cold.


• Effectively communicate with site supervisors, haul truck operators, and other team members.


• Must be able to work required overtime with a flexible work schedule.


• Required to wear 6 inch, safety toe, and lace-up boots and other proper PPE.


• Will work outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, wet, cold, etc)


• May work in high and/or precarious places or cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions.


• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift 45 pounds and is required to wear 6 inch, safety toe, and lace-up boots

Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.