Heavy Equipment Operator

Brice Civil Constructors Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work culture

Ongoing training and development

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

A leading construction company in Houston is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to efficiently operate heavy machinery for various construction projects including roads and bridges. Applicants should possess knowledge in construction materials, the ability to operate multiple types of heavy equipment, and a strong commitment to safety. This evergreen position offers a pay range of $25.00 - $29.00 per hour and encourages year-round applications. Join a dynamic team committed to exceptional quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• All around knowledge of materials used in construction.
• Experience with civil and heavy civil construction.
• Ability to read and understand project plans.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery to construct roads, bridges, and buildings.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Identify and resolve problems at construction sites.

Skills

Knowledge of construction materials and practices

Ability to operate heavy construction equipment

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Ability to work in a team

Tools

Excavator

Dozer

Grader

Rubber tire loader

Job description

Brice Construction and Design LLC

Position Type: Regular

Openings: *This is an evergreen position, meaning we accept applications year-round and review them on a rolling basis as new opportunities become available.*

Pay Range: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Why choose us?

Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy of welcoming new employees with our commitment to provide the best place to work by inspiring financial security and premier health and wellness programs for you and your family while enjoying an adventurous and dynamic culture.

Brice Construction and Design, Inc. (Brice) encourages our employees to embrace an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages you to grow your career through ongoing training that foster innovation and a commitment to excellence.

What does Brice Construction and Design LLC do?

Brice Construction and Design, Inc. (Brice) is a proud subsidiary of the Calista Corporation, the second largest Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) with 37,300 shareholders and over $950 million in annual revenues. Brice is an SBA 8(a) participant that offers significant advantages to the government contracting agencies and allows us to leverage our sister and parent companies for additional resources to deliver large or small projects. Brice is one of 19 sister subsidiaries under Calista Brice LLC of the Calista Corporation. This holding line offers construction services in every phase of the construction cycle.

Our experience and ability to self-perform streamlines projects and reduces cost by minimizing inefficiencies in the construction cycle. We strive to hire tradesmen directly from the communities where we work to leverage local knowledge and local relationships to successfully complete projects on schedule and within budget.

Brice performs large heavy civil construction operations to include large scale civil projects, drainage, repair of earthen dams and levees, roadways, bridges, airfields, parks, ranges, and stormwater management, water supply, wastewater collection, and on-site wastewater treatment systems for federal, states, and local entities.

What can you expect?

As the Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be expected to be proficient with the operations of all types of heavy construction equipment. You will drive, maneuver, and control the heavy machinery used to construct roads, bridges, buildings, and other structures. You will safely use machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at construction sites with minimal direct supervision. Commitment to workplace safety is a must.

How will you do it?

• Drive and maneuver all types of heavy construction equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Cut and maintain slope or grade as called out in project plans.
• Follow project plans and instructions by the Forman and Superintendent.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• Load and haul all types of construction machinery, including tanks and skids.
• Account and report daily activity and maintain accurate and complete work records.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Communicate well over the phone and or radio.
• Comply with all safety requirements and participate in safety meetings.
• Stay focused and complete tasks, safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the supervisor.
• Ensure company equipment is stored in a safe manner.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• All around knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in the construction field.
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their uses, repair and maintenance, and practical applications.
• Follow and comply with all site equipment signs and traffic regulations laid out by project management.
• Experience with reading plans and understanding tasks at hand.
• Ability to operate all construction heavy power equipment. Specifically, grader, dozer with ripper, excavator, and rubber tire loader.
• Experience in all aspects of construction equipment and be experienced in civil and heavy civil construction specifically earthworks.
• Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Ability to participate in group meetings, take direction from supervisor(s) and other crew members, high degree of attention to detail, follow work rules, and adhere to project schedule.
• Ability to actively listen and follow instructions.
• Ability to work productively under pressure and to pay attention to the details of a project or task.
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule sometimes including weekends and holidays.