Equipment Operator - Construction (Travel Required)

Tepa Companies; Kansas City (MO); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Tepa Companies seek a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform a variety of equipment operating activities on construction sites. This is a traveling position supporting the Midwest Region, with a pay range of $24.42 to $37.89 per hour plus per diem for travelers 95+ miles from the job site.

Operates equipment, inspects and maintains gear, reads plans, and follows safety procedures. CDL preferred but not required; travel and site work across multiple project sites are expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience operating construction equipment (excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, rollers)
• Must be able to communicate clearly with Superintendents, Equipment Operators, Laborers and all onsite personnel
• Must be able to read and understand construction drawings
• Knowledge of safety practices and OSHA standards
• Demonstrate reliability, energy, and attention to detail

Responsabilités

• Operates construction equipment safely and efficiently (excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, rollers).
• Performs daily equipment inspections and maintenance with proper documentation.
• Loads/unloads materials and debris.
• Reads surveying stakes and interprets grade control and utilities.
• Interacts with geotechnical engineer and interprets testing results.
• Identifies and uses hand and power tools on site.
• Maintains site safety and clears hazards; follows safe procedures.
• Assists with other physical labor as assigned (digs, backfills, pours concrete, etc.).

Connaissances

Clear communication

Read construction drawings

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Stamina

Description du poste

About The Tepa Companies

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.

About The Tepa Companies

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.
When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.
We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
LOCATION: This is a traveling position in support of our Midwest Region. You may be assigned to work at various project sites in the region as business needs require.
Pay range: $24.42 - $37.89 per hour + per diem for travelers 95+ miles from the job site.

About The Job

The Tepa Companies are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform various equipment operating activities on a construction site.

Equipment Operator

• Operates various construction equipment safely and efficiently, including: excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, and rollers.
• Performs daily equipment inspection and maintenance requirements with proper documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Offloads or load outs construction materials and/or debris.
• Reads and interprets surveying staking pertaining to grade control and utilities.
• Interacts with geotechnical engineer and interpret testing results.
• Performs other duties associated with the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Identifies and operates hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, saws, power drills, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments.
• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards, including rubble and debris.
• Reads and interprets plans, instructions, and specifications.
• Controls passing traffic.
• Signals Equipment Operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of equipment.
• Identifies and follows safe working procedures.
• Identifies and stops unsafe work practices that present imminent danger to others.
• Performs other physical labor and responsibilities as assigned, including: digs ditches and trenches, backfills excavations, seals structural components, measures and records areas, unloads and identifies materials, assembles and erects equipment including scaffolding, pours concrete, and sets braces to support the sides of excavations.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years’ experience operating construction equipment, including: excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, and rollers
• Must be able to communicate clearly with Superintendents, Equipment Operators, Laborers and all other personnel on site
• Must be able to read and understand construction drawings
• Listen to and understand information and direction verbally
• Listen to and understand information and direction in writing
• Knowledge of use of power and hand tools, materials, and equipment used on construction sites
• Knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures specific to labor work, including OSHA standards
• Demonstrate willingness to take on job challenges
• Demonstrate energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks
• Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability
• Demonstrate careful attention to detail and thoroughness
• Ability to work with crew members
• Valid driver’s license. Commercial Driver’s License is preferred, but not required
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and back ground check in compliance with federal regulation

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled