Heavy Equipment Operator

Fessler & Bowman Inc; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company contributions

Job summary

A civil construction company in Smyrna, Tennessee, is seeking Operators to perform a variety of tasks including operating heavy machinery and maintaining work sites. Candidates must have over 3 years of experience in earthwork and civil construction, along with the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. The position includes travel to job sites with a per diem provided. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401k plan with company contributions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with earthwork and civil construction.
• Willingness to learn and follow all safety policies and requirements.
• Must be able to understand English and lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with safety policies.
• Perform earth moving, pipe installation, and grading operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the work site.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Summary

Operators for Fessler & Bowman will perform a variety of tasks that assist in the completion of projects. It is crucial to have the skills necessary to work as a valued team member for F&B to provide the type of service our customers have come to expect. To perform this position sufficiently, the employee must be able to perform the following duties satisfactorily. The below descriptions represent, but do not limit, the duties expected of this position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (excavator, dozer, loader) in compliance with the company’s operating safety policies and procedures
• Efficiently be able to operate machines for earth moving, pipe installation & grading operations
• Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance
• 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

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with earthwork and civil construction
• Willingness to learn and follow all safety policies and requirements
• This position requires climbing, kneeling, bending and crawling often as well as the ability to work on ladders, platforms and mechanical lifts
• Must be able to understand English
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Travel

Travel may be required for this position as the employee must be willing to travel to surrounding job sites. F&B will compensate a per diem for travel and overnight stay if applicable.

Work Environment

As an Operator, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not limited to the following: high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, indoor/outdoor settings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company contributions

Team Members who are part of a union will receive benefits from the appropriate union.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.