Heavy Equipment Operator

Hydroline; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Synergen is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator for Synergen Construction. You will perform maintenance, grading, slope, and read construction plans, mentoring junior operators.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of operating experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. The role involves outdoor work in varying weather and exposure to fuels and oils.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of equipment operating experience required.
• Read, interpret, and implement construction plans.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment maintenance in a proficient manner.
• Perform sloping, stripping, grading, backfilling, and clearing techniques at an expert level.
• Utilize grade control techniques and advanced construction technologies.
• Mentor and develop Junior Equipment Operators.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with customers, engineers, and inspectors.

Skills

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Read construction plans

Education

High School Diploma or greater

Tools

Knowledge of machines and tools

Job description

Synergen is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator for Synergen Construction.

Essential Functions

• Perform equipment maintenance in a proficient manner
• Perform sloping, stripping, grading, backfilling, and clearing techniques at an expert level
• Utilize grade control techniques
• Utilize advanced technologies related to the construction industry
• Read, interpret, and implement construction plans
• Mentor and develop Junior Equipment Operators
• Establish and maintain working relationships with customers, engineers, and inspectors

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of equipment operating experience required
• High School Diploma or greater preferred
• Current Driver’s LicenseKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• General understanding of soil and material properties
• Ability to interpret survey markers (stakes, hubs, control points)
• Excellent communication skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools or controls
• Stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Exposure to various hydrocarbons including different types of fuel, grease, and oils
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high
• Work environment includes various schedules working outdoors in elements/weather

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Benefits Offered

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Accident insurance
• Basic Life insurance
• Supplemental Life insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

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