Fighting Jays- Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator (Eligible to drive)

Primoris Services Corp.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator to join their team in a dynamic role focused on safety and quality. You will be responsible for operating equipment, maintaining tools, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects that enhance communities and support essential services. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company provides a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a team setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401k w/employer match

Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years experience excavating near underground utilities.
• Valid driver’s license required; Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor and perform quality work per project specifications.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and safety compliance at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety Compliance

Equipment Operation

Manual Dexterity

Physical Endurance

Communication Skills

Education

1-2 years related experience

Valid driver's license

Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement

Tools

Hand Tools

Motorized Equipment

Job description

Fighting Jays- Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator (Eligible to drive)

• Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
• Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
• Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
• Must work well as part of a team.
• Safety: Safety is a core value of our company and no job is so important that it cannot be completed safely. It is the responsibility of all employees to know, understand, and comply with all company safety policies and federal, state, and local regulations. Employees have a responsibility to stop and correct unsafe work practices and to refuse to work in an unsafe situation.
• Mobilization and Demobilization: Ability to mobilize equipment being operated, including loading, unloading, securing, setup, and teardown.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure that all equipment, vehicles, and tools are properly accounted for, used for the correct purpose, and maintained.
• Other – Serves as backup to other positions at the direction of management; and other duties as assigned.
• Grasp and manipulate various hand tools daily.
• Standing for more than two hours at a time, as well as twisting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching, and stooping regularly.
• Identify/distinguish colors and use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Communicate orally as well as ability to hear and understand.
• Work and operate motorized equipment as well as safely perform procedures where carelessness would potentially result in injury.
• Work in an environment that is uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, or similar discomforts.
• Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy, as well as use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data.
• Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
• It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
• Must be clean-shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 1-2 years related experience excavating near underground utilities.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement preferred.

Company Overview:

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities. To learn more, visit www.prim.com and follow us on social media at @PrimorisServicesCorporation.

• 401k w/employer match
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Stock purchase plan

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.