Heavy Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Brighton, CO is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to prepare organic mixes and move stockpiles with loaders and other heavy equipment. You will ensure continuous material supply and maintain equipment, while adhering to safety policies.

The role requires at least 1 year of equipment experience, ability to lift 50 pounds, and comfort working in dusty, hot or cold conditions. Valid high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience using heavy or medium equipment.
• Ability to work in dusty environments and variable weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Inspect, maintain and secure all equipment per policy.
• Prepare and relocate stockpiles to ensure material segregation and production readiness.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Lift 50 pounds

Work in extreme weather

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Loader (front-end loader)

Dozer

Grader

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator:

We are looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to work in Brighton, CO!

The Operator prepares organic mixes using a heavy equipment loader, pushes or relocates piles to ensure segregation of materials. Supplies production with a continuous supply of material. Monitors the stockpiles for excessive heat, turns stockpiles, extinguishes small fires and ensures the proper amount of water is used to prepare the stockpile for production use. Maintains equipment.

What you’ll do in this role:

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, snowblowers and other pieces of equipment.
• Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by management and company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty environment.
• Ability to work in all weather elements, including heat and cold.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to climb in and out of equipment.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
• Qualifications for the position
• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• One or more years of experience using medium and/or heavy equipment.

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