Heavy Equipment Operator

Matrix Service; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Matrix Service is seeking a construction equipment operator to operate a range of machinery including forklifts, excavators, loaders, and related attachments. The role involves precise lifting, signaling, and safe operation around utilities, with a focus on safety and adherence to company standards.

The position requires mechanical/industrial maintenance experience and completion of Matrix Service safety training, plus passing background and drug tests. Travel and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience.
• Must pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment.
• Must complete Matrix Service Safety training and/or Client/Site specific training.
• Must pass a background check and maintain active drug testing program status.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports safety and core company values.
• Represents the company with high moral standards and ethics.
• Performs loading and unloading of equipment and supplies.
• Positioning heavy machinery precisely using hoisting attachments.
• Observe load hookup and inspect crane/hoisting safety.
• Communicate with team members verbally and by signals.
• Operate equipment to dig trenches and grade as specified.
• Work around underground utilities and tight areas.
• Understand shoring, soil classes and dewatering.
• Move loosened material to piles or transport trucks.
• Identify safety hazards and take corrective action.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team communication

Tools

Safety training

Job description

Primary Function

Operators will operate one or more construction equipment such as but not limited to forklift, bob cats, bulldozers, excavators, skid steer, mini excavator, full size excavator, front-end loaders, back hoes, rubber tire backhoe, rollers, and graders to move earth.

Typical Duties

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Performs loading and unloading of equipment and supplies.
• Precision positioning of equipment, lifting heavy machinery and components, as well as beams and lumber.
• Will work in a cab and use pilot operated joystick controls, pedals, levers and buttons to lift, move, and position loads using hoisting attachments, such as hooks, slings, electromagnets, and buckets.
• Operators will observe load hookup and determine safety of load and inspect and report on crane and hoisting mechanism.
• 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.
• Be able to work around existing underground utilities and tight areas.
• Understand shoring, soil classes and dewatering.
• Use equipment to remove loosened material and put in piles or transport trucks.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

Physical / Special Requirements

• Work will be required to adhere to large amounts of sitting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Requires visual ability sufficient to perform job duties. Work normally requires eye-hand coordination.
• Must be able to use fingers in precise coordinated movements. Must have good dexterity in arms, legs, hands, and feet.
• 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 leather work boots.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work from elevated or uneven surfaces.
• Work may include frequent bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping and occasional climbing onto equipment and/or trailers.
• Travel and overtime may be required.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of three (3) years of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience. Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment. Complete the Matrix Service Safety training, and/or Client/Site specific training. Must Pass a Background. Must obtain and maintain an active status within the applicable drug testing program.

Benefits

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

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

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

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