Featured Local Job: Heavy Equipment Operator

Clarion, Pa.; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction service is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to manage heavy machinery for civil and highway construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in safely operating equipment, adhering to safety regulations, and completing manual labor tasks. Apply online or visit our office in Clarion, Pa.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Preferred two years of experience operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to prepare and maintain construction projects.
• Perform daily safety checks and maintenance procedures.

Skills

Heavy construction equipment operation

Problem recognition

Safety precautions

Construction operations

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Certificate in Heavy Equipment Operation

Job description

Featured Local Job: Heavy Equipment Operator

M and B Services is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator.

This position is responsible for operating heavy, material-moving construction equipment to excavate, prepare, maintain and/or repair civil and heavy highway – related projects and perform manual labor as assigned.

Essential Functions:
– Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life.
– Meet performance and technical standards as required.
– Safely operate heavy equipment in and among live traffic.
– Wear personal protective equipment.
– Perform daily safety and maintenance checks/procedures per operators manual.
– Ensure compliance with company quality control standards and procedures.
– Read the three views of a blueprint.
– Read grade stakes.
– Use a lock level.
– Assist Driver – Lowboy with approved loading and tie-down procedure.
– Perform daily lubrication of equipment as per operators manual.
– required paperwork.
– Perform manual labor such as digging or shoveling, assisting with placement of pipe and material, or other manual labor duties as assigned.
– Communicate with Equipment Manager, Shop Superintendent, Leader, concerning equipment and job-related problems.
– Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
– Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
– Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Knowledge of:
– OSHA safe trenching regulations.
– Utility installation.
– Heavy construction equipment operation.
– Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
– Construction operations. * Basic and routine construction drawings, blueprints, sketches, diagrams and specifications.
– Soils, aggregate fill materials, bases, proper mixing and compacting techniques.
– Quality control standards and procedures.

Ability to:
– Recognize problems or errors at work site related to position.
– Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and detect problems with equipment.
– Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
– Learn and follow Company policies and procedures.
– Work with indirect supervision.

Qualifications:
– Must be prompt, reliable and dependable with work schedule.
– Must have a valid drivers license

Education:
– Prefer high school graduate or equivalent.
– Prefer certificate or degree in Heavy Equipment Operation or related field.

Experience:
– Prefer two years of experience operating heavy equipment.

Physical Requirements:
– Ability to work in field environment with exposure to dust, exhaust fumes, noise, and vibration.
– Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
– Ability to physically climb in and out of equipment safely and operate levers or pedals to make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of control mechanisms.
– Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
– Ability to work in extreme hot and cold and adverse weather conditions.
– Ability to work and walk on uneven terrain.
– Ability to shovel.
– Ability to bend, sit, stoop, and stand for long periods of time in the outdoor weather.
– Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
– Ability to work for prolonged periods with unscheduled breaks.
– Ability to work unscheduled overtime hours.

To apply, visit M and B Services website at https://mandbservices.com/ , or stop in at their office at 15303 Route 322, Clarion, Pa.

M and B Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified or qualifiable women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.