Equipment Operator Journeyman

TIC - The Industrial Company; Harrah (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled operator to manage and maintain heavy construction equipment. This role involves operating various vehicles to excavate and grade materials, ensuring safety and efficiency on site. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of construction protocols and effective communication skills. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in the construction industry, where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge and skills related to the position.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for construction tasks including grading and loading.
• Inspect equipment and train employees on safe operation.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Maintenance and Repairs

Communication Skills

Safety Protocols

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Measurement Tools

Job description

Position Summary

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move, and/or grade material.

Requisition ID: 170002

Experience Level: Skilled

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

1. 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.
2. Load gravel, dirt, and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
3. Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes, and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
4. Check and maintain all fluid levels and lubrication of equipment.
5. Instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools, as well as job techniques and skills.
6. Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify errors, problems, or defects.
7. Estimate sizes, distances, quantities, and determine time, costs, resources, or materials needed for work activities.
8. Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies, and take corrective actions as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge and skills related to the position.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools, layout tools, and measurement tools.

Requirements

• Ability to move about a construction/industrial site constantly, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Work in outdoor conditions with changing weather.
• Work irregular hours, including weekends, overtime, and holidays.
• Use ladders, mechanical platforms, manlifts, scaffolds, and climb on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
• Work in confined, cluttered, and uneven spaces.
• Complete tasks in noisy and dusty environments.
• Move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction sites.
• Possess required tools and possibly a US driver's license.
• Observe safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
• Pass pre-access drug and alcohol tests, medical, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Construction