Heavy Equipment Operator at Helix Resources, LLC Gheens, LA

Helix Resources, LLC; Gheens (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Healing Strides Counseling is seeking an EXPERIENCED Heavy Equipment Operator for the Vacherie, LA area. The role involves operating excavators, skid steers, marsh buggies and bulldozers according to safety policies, coordinating with crew and maintaining equipment and site cleanliness.

Requirements include a valid license, high school diploma or GED, ability to pass physical, DISA drug screen, background check, and provide personal PPE. Weekly pay and temp-to-hire potential are noted.

Qualifications

• Must have valid license.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Must be able to pass physical
• Must be able to pass DISA drug screen
• Must be able to pass background check
• Must be able to provide own PPE (Hard hat, steel toe boots, safety glasses, & gloves)

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• Maneuver heavy equipment to ensure accurate removal and placement of materials.
• Load and offload rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment.
• Maintain work site and equipment in a safe, clean, and organized manner.
• Inspect machinery before and after use and report defects.
• Perform daily checks on equipment and render regular repairs as needed.
• Report safety hazards, quality and production issues to management.
• Meet quality and production standards as outlined by QA and production standards.

Skills

Excavator operation

Skid steer

Marsh buggy

Bulldozer

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator – Vacherie, LA & surrounding areas

We are currently taking applications/resumes for an EXPERIENCED Heavy Equipment Operator for the Vacherie, LA & surrounding areas.

Job Scope: Heavy equipment operators control specialized machines used in construction, maintenance and operations. They may run excavators, loaders, cranes, pile drivers, graders and industrial trucks. While working with others, they often use hand signals or radios to coordinate movements.

Duration of Job: Temp to Hire – Based on Job Performance.

Position Requirements

• MUST HAVE VALID LICENSE
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• MUST be able to pass physical
• MUST be able to pass DISA drug screen
• MUST be able to pass background check
• MUST be able to provide own PPE (Hard hat, steel toe boots, safety glasses, & gloves)

Required Skills

• MUST have experience with operating an EXCAVATOR, SKID STEER, Marsh Buggie & BULLDOZER (1 year minimum preferred)
• Knowledge of reading blueprints can be helpful
• Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Good verbal and written communication
• Ability to use good judgement and act independently

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• Maneuvering motorized heavy equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials.
• Loading and offloading rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment.
• 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.
• Inspection of the machinery before and after to ensure that it is in good working condition.
• If upon inspection, some defects or issues are found, the operator will report them so that they can be addressed appropriately.
• Perform daily checks on equipment.
• Rendering regular repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Reporting more serious defects for repair by an authorized service provider.
• Mange housekeeping activities when requested.
• Maintain the work area clean, safe and organized.
• Assist in waste disposal and recycling activities.
• Cleanup work area and equipment after work is completed.
• Execute daily work instructions received from Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Work effectively to meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining high quality standards.
• Practice safety procedures in accordance with training and guidelines when working.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines, helping to maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Meet quality and performance requirements as outlined by quality assurance and production standards.
• Report safety hazards, quality, and production issues to management immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 LBS
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods
• Handle and manipulate objects on a repetitive basis
• Ability to see well and distinguish between back up alarms, voices and other normal sounds consistent with construction job sites.
• Excellent physical strength & stamina
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions
• Ability to work in varying hot and cold environments
• Ability to work in an environment with exposures to dust, dirt and various other debris, metal and paint fumes, gases
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock

Documents Required

• Driver's License/Identification Card
• Social Security Card/Birth Certificate.
• Must be able to pass drug screen.
• Must be able to provide own PPE (hard hat, steel toes, safety glasses, gloves).
• Must have reliable transportation (Will be required to travel up to a 60 mile radius).

Pay

Pay: Based on experience.

Weekly Pay.

Pay Schedule: Monday - Sunday.

Schedule: Monday - Friday (Weekends as Needed) 10-12 Hour Days (with weather permitting).

Tasks beyond those listed above will be asked of you, so a positive, can-do attitude is required.