HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Royal American; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal American Construction Company Inc in Panama City, FL is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely run backhoes, bulldozers, and other heavy machinery under supervision of the Job Site Foreman. The role requires 1–5 years on construction sites, a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and ability to perform daily safety checks.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday with overtime as needed. Candidates should be reliable, attend regularly, and able to work in varied weather conditions and

Qualifications

• Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently under supervision.
• Maintain awareness of safety procedures and daily inspections.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and ability to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Operate backhoe, excavator, skid steer, bulldozer, and related equipment.
• Assist in loading/unloading and moving materials and tools on site.
• Help maintain clean and safe work areas and dispose of scrap.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equival ent

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: ROYAL AMERICAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC - Panama City, FL 32405Position Type: Full-Time (30 + hours/week)Education Level: High School/EquivalentSalary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Local, as needed for businessJob Shift: DaysJob Category: ConstructionJob Summary:

Under supervision of the Job Site Foreman, this position is primarily responsible for safely operating construction equipment (bulldozers, backhoes, trench excavators, skid steers, etc.) that moves heavy materials, excavates gravel and earth, drives piles into the ground, or spreads and levels asphalt, concrete, and other paving material. The incumbent will be required to fill in as needed with other jobs at work site during down times (IE. Laborer). Typical schedules are Monday Friday, with weekends required as needed.Incumbent is expected to have excellent attendance and communication skills, possess the ability to build lasting business relationships, and exhibit professionalism.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform and report on, daily safety and maintenance checks
• Work with and assist the crew in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe, excavator, or front-end loader
• Place, remove or maintain underground utilities as directed. This includes but is not limited to: carrying pipe, bags of material, and other heavy items, jack hammering, shoveling, tamping, and installing pipe, duct, or cable
• Operate equipment of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies
• Assist in restoring worksite at completion of daily work
• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures
• Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers
• Ensure company equipment, material, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner. Collect and dispose of scrap, excess materials, and refuse
• Complete required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation
• Notify the General Superintendent/ Supervisor of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Work under multiple time constraints
• Navigate driveways, alleyways, lots, high traffic roadways and may operate in tight overhead environments while on industrial routes
• Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Previous experience in civil utilities preferred
• Previous experience driving heavy equipment in a construction environment:
  • Equipment Operator I: One to two years experience
  • Equipment Operator II: Two to five years experience
  • Equipment Operator III: Over five years experience

Physical Demands:

• Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Exposure to an environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements throughout the workday

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance of duty on secured locations. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of an offer.