Equipment Operator III

Keller-North-America,-Inc.; Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Keller North America, Inc. in Carteret, New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Operator III to handle excavation, grading, and site preparation using 336 excavators, GPS bulldozers, and motor graders.

You will follow safety policies, perform pre-inspections, and work with minimal supervision on finish grades. Required are 5+ years of equipment operating experience, OSHA/HAZWOPER training, ability to read load charts, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA excavation methods and practices.
• Ability to read survey stakes for alignment and grading.
• Ability to interpret load charts for heavy equipment.
• Must pass skills test prior to operating equipment.
• Must reliably show up on time for work five to seven days a week.

Responsibilities

• Observe and comply with all safety and project policies.
• Provide input to JSA/JSAP and updates.
• Perform pre-inspection and maintenance checks on equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment safely to minimize risk.
• Excavate, move, and grade earth per site specs.
• Achieve acceptable rough and finish grade.
• Maintain safe ground conditions and observe distances.
• Communicate professionally with team.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Care for and maintain equipment; report issues.
• Report maintenance to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

OSHA & safety regs

Survey stakes reading

PPE usage

Weather conditions working

Travel flexibility

Math & English literacy

Load charts interpretation

Punctual & dependable

Education

HAZWOPER training (40-hr/8-hr)

Tools

None

Job description

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Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator III is a senior level or finish grade operator position responsible for operating multiple types of powered construction equipment such as 336 excavators and G6 GPS bulldozers / bulldozers of all sizes and motor graders to excavate, move, and grade materials within finish specifications, and erect structures in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Observe and comply with all company and specific site safety and project policies
• Supply input to Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and frequent improvements or changes to Job Safety Analysis Plan (JSAP)
• Perform daily pre-inspection and on-going maintenance checks while operating equipment
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life according to all relevant policies and procedures
• Excavate, move, and grade earth/aggregate or mix ingredients according to site specifications and within limitations of equipment in a safe and productive manner as determined by site construction conditions
• Achieve acceptable rough and finish grade in all types of soils and conditions
• Constant inspection and surveillance of surroundings before and during operation to ensure safe ground or slope conditions exist, as well as adequate distance observed for other equipment or personnel
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with others by all means possible (visual or radio contact) including interpreting hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed or loaded
• Work independently and conduct tasks with limited supervision
• May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation
• Responsible for care and custody of equipment being operated, including daily cleaning and maintenance
• Report all equipment maintenance issues to superintendent
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned
• Pay attention to surrounding and monitor changes in site conditions
• Follow directions and learn from senior operators and superintendents

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Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices
• Requires the ability to read survey stakes for alignment and grading
• Perform duties of equipment operator while using different levels of PPE, which may include respiratory equipment
• Perform duties of equipment operator while working in all safe outdoor weather conditions
• Ability to travel over extended periods of time on short notice preferred
• Ability to read, write, and understand math and English preferred
• Must be able to read and properly interpret load charts for associated heavy equipment and manufacturer-approved attachments
• Required to pass skills test prior to operating equipment
• Must reliably show up on time for work five to seven days a week as required
• Must have access to reliable transportation to get to and from the job site daily

Education/Experience

• Five or more years of equipment operating experience
• General construction experience preferred
• Field verification of operator experience
• Must have 40-Hour HAZWOPER training with current 8-Hour HAZWOPER

Recon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others to apply.