Geophysics Equipment Operator III

Terracon; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Terracon’s Construction Services involve environmental remediation, fuel service station closure, and renewable energy construction. Equipment operators perform site reconnaissance, confirm utility clearance, and operate a variety of mobile equipment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include preparing daily reports, conducting pre/post-shift inspections, coordinating with management, and mentoring junior team members on project scope, budget, and workflow.

Qualifications

• OSHA trenching and excavation training (or ability to obtain after hire).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history (may be required).
• Certification or licensure in the field of expertise (e.g., Excavator Certification, Bulldozer Certification, Front End Loader, and Backhoe Certification).
• Completion of Terracon Mobile Equipment Operator Competency training after hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate competency in operating more than three types of mobile equipment.
• Provide oversight on project sites to laborers in remediation and construction services.
• Prepare daily field reports.
• Maintain equipment integrity through pre‑shift and post‑shift safety inspections and daily reports; take prompt action for repairs.
• Communicate regularly with project/site management on work status.
• Meet with utility companies to verify locations are clear of underground utilities and conduct inspections.

Skills

Mobile equipment operation

Decision-making

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Terracon Mobile Equipment Operator Competency training

Job description

Terracon’s Construction Services involve environmental remediation, fuel service station closure, and renewable energy construction (testing, installation, and maintenance). Equipment operators perform site reconnaissance, confirm utility clearance, operate a variety of mobile equipment (excavators, backhoes, dozers, skid steers, graders, loaders, scrapers, compactors, earth‑hauling equipment, and others), and maintain operational integrity.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate competency in operating more than three types of mobile equipment.
• Provide oversight on project sites to laborers in remediation and construction services.
• Prepare daily field reports.
• Maintain equipment integrity through pre‑shift and post‑shift safety inspections and daily reports; take prompt action for repairs.
• Communicate regularly with project/site management on work status.
• Meet with utility companies to verify locations are clear of underground utilities and conduct inspections.
• Attend and participate in project meetings, including client and subcontractor meetings.
• Act as a dispatcher or coordinator for lower‑level teams, scheduling work and maintaining production.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Support execution of project scope, budget, and workflow management.
• Identify and address hazards, ensuring safe working conditions.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards; participate in pre‑task planning; report safety issues to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of construction experience.
• Computer knowledge and proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong decision‑making/problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills.
• OSHA trenching and excavation training (or ability to obtain after hire).
• Knowledge of soil composition, testing, trench safety, excavation safety, damage prevention, pipeline support during excavation activities, and backfill testing.
• Completion of Terracon Mobile Equipment Operator Competency training after hire.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history (may be required).

Preferred Qualifications

• 40‑hour HAZWOPER certificate, CDL, TWIC, and DOT medical card for remediation construction projects.

Required Qualifications

• Certification or licensure in the field of expertise (e.g., Excavator Certification, Bulldozer Certification, Front End Loader, and Backhoe Certification).