Equipment Operator Helper 1 (Port Fourchon)

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Golden Meadow (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. in Golden Meadow, LA is seeking an entry level helper to support skilled craftspeople on road and right-of-way projects.

You will learn to operate vehicles and large equipment, perform loading, grading, trenching, and assist with inspections and safety. This role requires physical work outdoors, ability to work overtime, nights and weekends, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; some field experience helpful.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and safety rules.
• Experience with tools and equipment common to road maintenance.
• Physically able to work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicles and heavy equipment to maintain roads and rights-of-way.
• Loads materials (gravel, dirt, sand), grades roads, spreads rock.
• Trenches and constructs ditches for pipes; removes silt and debris.
• Checks fluid levels and lubrication; assists with inspections.
• Assists with inspecting equipment and identifying defects.

Skills

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Communicate with supervision

Field experience in craft discipline

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Location:

Golden Meadow, LA, US

Requisition ID:189464

Position Summary

Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Experience Level

Entry

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Learn to 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.
• Assist skilled craftsman with checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
• Assist with Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess knowledge skills and abilities for position
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what Weeksbuilds, the way Weeksbuilds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

There’s no limit to what you’ll work on at Weeks Marine. With marine construction and dredging projects across North America, you’ll be challenged and have more opportunities to grow from Day One— all while helping people across the globe live better.

If you're looking for a career that can take you places, look no further.