Heavy Equipment Operator

Matrix Service Company; Bellingham (WA); Presencial; USD 76 000 - 80 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

ESPP

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Resumo da oferta

Matrix Service Company is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to work under direction on daily crew tasks and operate a range of heavy machinery including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers on site in Washington. The role requires strict adherence to safety standards, clear communication with the team, and precise operation of lifting and positioning equipment.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, supporting construction and maintenance activities, and

Qualificações

• Requires thorough safety knowledge and adherence to standards.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Proficiency with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and ability to read technical manuals.

Responsabilidades

• Operate heavy equipment (backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, trenchers).
• Perform daily equipment inspections for safety and reliability.
• Maintain safety with PPE and fall protection protocols; follow directions closely.
• Support construction and maintenance efforts with forklifts, extend-a-booms, and bundle trucks.

Conhecimentos

Safety compliance

Team communication

Mechanical knowledge

Schematics reading

Ferramentas

Forklifts

Manlifts

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary:

Work under the direction from General Foreman or Superintendent on daily tasks for crew. Operates a variety of heavy equipment including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers.

Job Functions:

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Always represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Perform duties within a precise limit or standard of accuracy (Quality Control).
• Performs loading and unloading of equipment and supplies.
• Precision positioning of equipment, lifting heavy machinery and components, as well as beams and lumber.
• Will operated joystick controls, pedals, levers and buttons to lift, move, and position loads using hoisting attachments, such as hooks, slings, electromagnets, and buckets.
• Must be careful and attentive at all times so they can follow directions closely as they will communicate with team members both verbally and by signal instruction.
• Operate equipment to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth, and width and grade.
• Perform daily inspection on machinery and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation in compliance with company standards.
• Responsible for operating forklifts, extenda booms, and bundle trucks to support construction and maintenance activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Must work well with supervision.
• May be required to train and supervise apprentices.
• Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of four (4) years' heavy equipment operator experience, preferably in refinery environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and protocols.
• Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment.
• Able to run several types of equipment (forklifts, manlifts, etc.)
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments about issues and solutions.
• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems is essential, along with the ability to read and interpret technical schematics and manuals.
• Complete the Company's Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client/Site specific training.
• MUST obtain and maintain active status within the appropriate drug testing program.
• MUST pass background check.
• MUST have TWIC card.
• MUST have a 20-hour high hazard facility training card.
• MUST have Verification of 8,000 craft related hours OR Graduated journeyperson status preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Must be able to hear, speak, understand and communicate effectively.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work from platforms while utilizing proper fall protection and safety protocols.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long periods of time, up to 12 hours a day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.

Washington law requires pay information in job postings. The typical hiring range for this position in Washington is shown below. The pay rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and prior experience, specific skill set, geographic location, internal equity, and other factors influencing pay. As such, the actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of this range, and in certain circumstances, may fall outside the listed hiring range.

Hiring range: $55.00 to $58.00 per hour

Full range for this position, available over time: $55.00 to $58.00 per hour

In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.