Equipment Operator Craftsman – Roadway & Grading Specialist

TIC - The Industrial Company; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC_Craft is seeking an Equipment Operator Craftsman to operate power construction equipment, perform road-related maintenance, and assist with grading and trench work on a busy industrial site.

The role requires sensitivity to safety, ability to follow written and oral instructions, and capability to train others in proper operation of equipment. On-site work with exposure to outdoor conditions is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Equipment Operator Craftsman in a Power Plant / Industrial setting.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
• May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Skills

Equipment operation

Heavy machinery

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

TIC_Craft is seeking an Equipment Operator Craftsman to operate power construction equipment, perform road-related maintenance, and assist with grading and trench work on a busy industrial site.

The role requires sensitivity to safety, ability to follow written and oral instructions, and capability to train others in proper operation of equipment. On-site work with exposure to outdoor conditions is expected.