Equipment Operator - NON-UNION - ULCS

Utilities Service, LLC; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Matching 401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays and Vacation

FR Clothing Provided

Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate backhoes, trenchers, mini excavators, drill rigs, and other equipment. The role requires working around hazardous and energized equipment while upholding OSHA safety standards.

Candidates should be at least 18, able to run multiple digging tools, and endure long shifts. Travel may be required; pre-employment screening applies.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to operate the various tools for the work (digging devices, wrenches, hammers).
• Endurance to perform duties through a standard 8–10 hour day.
• Maintain attention during dangerous tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment including backhoes, trenchers, mini excavators, drill rigs, digger derricks, knuckle booms, jackhammers, and other tools.
• Works around hazardous equipment.
• Ensures safety around energized parts or equipment.
• Manages noise exposure from machines and equipment.
• Follows OSHA and company safety requirements.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

CDL (license)

Education

NCCCO Certification preferred

Tools

Backhoe

Trencher

Mini excavator

Drill rigs

Digger derrick

Knuckle boom

Jackhammer

Job description

Description

Equipment Operator

The Equipment Operator will be expected to operate equipment including but not limited to backhoes, trenchers, mini excavators, drill rigs, digger derricks, knuckle booms, jackhammers, and other equipment and tools.

Pay : Competitive/Hourly (more detail during your interview process)

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Short/Long Term Disability

• Matching 401(k) Plan

• Paid Holidays and Vacation

• FR Clothing Provided

• Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Operates heavy equipment including but not limited to backhoes, trenchers, mini excavators, drill rigs, digger derricks, knuckle booms, jackhammers, and other equipment and tools.

• Works around hazardous equipment.

• Works near energized parts or equipment.

• Works around excessive noise from machines and equipment

• Establishing OSHA and company/customer safety requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Must be able to operate the various tools for the work (various manual digging devices, wrenches, hammers, come along and handling, etc.)

• Must have the endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight (8) or ten (10) hour day.

• Must be able to maintain attention during dangerous tasks.

Education & Experience

• NCCCO Certification is preferred but not required.

• Experienced in backhoe, trencher, excavator, skid steer, bulldozer, and other various types of equipment required.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required.

Travel Requirements:

• Must be willing to travel and work away from home.

Physical Requirements:

• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Sitting, Kneeling, and Crawling

• FREQUENT (up to 66 %): Stooping, Squatting, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Reading, Climbing Ladders, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Poles, Gripping, and Climbing Stairs

• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Walking, Sense of Touch, Speaking Clearly, Seeing Distant, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Hearing-Speech Range, Depth Perception, Color Vision, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting Over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs., and Lifting Up to 50 lbs.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066 . We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.

• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.

• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.

• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.

• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.