Equipment Operator Motor Grader - Lukeville, AZ

Sundt Construction; Lukeville (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Stock ownership plan

401K

Health coverage

Flexible PTO

Educational assistance

Wellness credits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sundt Construction is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to safely operate a motor grader and related machinery on a multi-year project in the United States. You will perform preventative maintenance, daily walkarounds, and work closely with crew to ensure compliance with plans and safety standards.

The role demands at least three years of equipment experience, the ability to read drawings, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and overtime schedules.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications and safety/quality standards.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive working relationships with all crew members.
• Produce high quality, safe, productive work at all times.
• Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, and equipment are available for the work.
• Look for opportunities for improvement and willingness to learn from others.
• Share knowledge and train others on equipment and processes.
• Demonstrate high proficiency in preventative maintenance for related equipment.
• Inspect subordinates' work for accuracy and compliance with plans.
• Eliminate waste such as waiting, rework, and unnecessary movement.

Skills

Motor grader

Overtime availability

Drug screen

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Dozer

Loader

Haul truck

Dump truck

Water truck

Job description

Job Description

Sundt is looking for people with at least 3 yrs specializing in a Motor Grader, also may operate backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, haul trucks, dump trucks, water trucks; will be responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk around of the assigned equipment to assure safe operation; must be available to work overtime; must pass pre-employment Drug Screen; Rate is $36.64/hr. plus cash fringe benefit. Work hours are 60+; $1,246 weekly per diem to qualified candidates only. Estimated project duration 1 yr

Job Description

Sundt is looking for people with at least 3 yrs specializing in a Motor Grader, also may operate backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, haul trucks, dump trucks, water trucks; will be responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk around of the assigned equipment to assure safe operation; must be available to work overtime; must pass pre-employment Drug Screen; Rate is $36.64/hr. plus cash fringe benefit. Work hours are 60+; $1,246 weekly per diem to qualified candidates only. Estimated project duration 1 yr

Job Summary

Safely operates a variety of heavy equipment, not limited to; backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, dump trucks, water trucks. Will be responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk around of the assigned equipment to assure safe operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
• Produce high quality work, safely and productively at all times.
• Provide feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment and information is available for the work.
• Look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others.
• Continually seek opportunities to share knowledge and teach others.
• High proficiency in all related equipment preventative maintenance.
• Inspect subordinates work, ensure accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies and take any necessary corrective action.
• Eliminate WASTE such as waiting, rework, transporting, material storage and time.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Must have a minimum of three years (level I), four years (level II), five years (level III) and six plus years’ experience in the industrial/commercial construction industry and have an in-depth understanding of the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment.
• Must be able to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety and quality standards and effectively utilize all trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
• Will climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
• Move in and around confined, cluttered and uneven areas.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefit list

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program