Heavy Equipment Operator

fisher; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Industries seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator in the United States. You will operate skid steer, loader, dozer, crusher, or excavator to meet production goals and assist with plant setup and teardown. Daily equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and regular inspections are required.

Travel, night and weekend work are possible, with a strong emphasis on safety. Applicants should have 3+ years of terrain experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience on mountainous terrain, pioneer mountains, steep rocky terrain.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment to meet project specs.
• Basic welding knowledge and cutting torch use.
• Willingness to obtain MSHA certification; company pays for certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to maintain production goals.
• Assist with setup and tear down of plants.
• Perform general maintenance and service on equipment as directed.
• Maintain housekeeping of equipment and plants daily.
• Lift objects up to 80 lb and assist with material handling.
• Use shovel to move material as needed.
• Follow MSHA and company safety guidelines at all times.
• Perform pre-shift inspections of equipment.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cutting torch

Job description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.com

POSITION SCOPE

The Heavy Equipment Operator must be able to operate a skid steer, loader, dozer, crusher, or excavator according to project specifications. The individual will be responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment daily. Job site includesworking on mountainous terrain, pioneer mountains,steep rocky terrain.

This position does require working nights and weekends, may also require travel.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals
• Assist with setup and tear down of plants
• Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment as required or directed by supervisor
• General housekeeping of equipment and plants daily or as directed by supervisor
• Individuals must be able to lift objects weighing 80 lb. on a regular basis
• The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary
• Perform all duties within safety guidelines set up by M.S.H.A. and company policy
• Perform pre-shift inspections on equipment prior to startup
• Safety, Safety, Safety - comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• 3 Years of experienceworking on mountainous terrain, pioneer mountains, steep rocky terrain
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Able to operate equipment efficiently to maintain project specifications
• Mechanical knowledge of equipment and being able to perform routine maintenance
• Basic knowledge of welding and using a cutting torch
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy is required
• MSHA part 46 and/or part 48 or willingness to obtain certification - company will pay for certification
• Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, rain, and snow
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required
• Work well in a team environment
• Travel will be required

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

If you require an accommodation with applying, please email [e-mail] or call the HR Department at [phone] to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.