Equipment Operator II

Burns & McDonnell; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Equipment Operators to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes to assist in construction, repair, and maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will play a crucial role in ensuring project success while working in diverse outdoor conditions. If you are passionate about heavy equipment operation and ready to take on exciting challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Mechanical knowledge for routine maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Operate various power-driven construction equipment for projects.
• Ensure safety compliance while performing equipment operations.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Mechanical Knowledge

Verbal Communication

Problem Solving

Mathematical Skills

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Excavator

Bulldozer

Backhoe

Motor Grader

Front-end Loader

Job description

Description

Equipment Operators are responsible for the operation of heavy equipment to assist in the construction, repair, and maintenance. The position will be expected to assist other crafts in their downtime, which may include non-operating activities.

DUTIES:

• Responsibilities include operating various power-driven construction equipment such as, but not limited to: excavator, roller, tractors, backhoe, bulldozer, motor graders, and front-end loader.
• Set up/operate production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment.
• Read hand signs provided by workers while moving, turning, swinging, lowering, and raising materials with equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations.
• Make decisions based on variable standards.
• Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
• Ability to effectively verbally communicate directions from craft supervisors and respond to questions from clients, managers, and fellow workers.
• May be responsible for routine maintenance or repairs.

Qualifications

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ability to apply principles of rational system to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and metrics; to calculate surfaces, volume, weights, and measures.
• Use formulas as found in industry-approved trade handbooks.
• The ability to read and comprehend safety signs and instructions in English; read and understand instructions in English in the correct use and care of tools and equipment; read and understand 'Warning Labels' in English that are placed on various containers; also, read procedures in English in mechanical drawing and layout work.
• The ability to write reports in English with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Must pass specific Operator Test.
• Requires current valid driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work in extreme heat.
• Work in wetness/humidity.
• Work in an environment of fluctuating ventilation.
• Work outside.

Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Burns & McDonnell does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal civil rights law.

Job: Construction Services

Primary Location: US-OK-Medford

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: No

Req ID: 251234

Job Hire Type: Experienced #LI-DNI #CSP N/A