Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL A Preferred)

Gulf Management; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jack Harper Electrical in Walker, MI seeks an experienced equipment operator to support highway construction projects. You will operate excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, and bucket trucks while following safety rules and traffic control protocols.

The role requires driving company vehicles, routine inspections, and assisting in maintenance, with certification requirements for forklift and first aid training. CDL A is preferred, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Must possess good interpersonal skills.
• Good communications skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to read and understand gauges and other indicators.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and offer solutions.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math.
• Ability to manage time between two or more projects at one time.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and procedures.
• Possess minimum ability to read a tape measure.
• Must successfully complete First Aid, CPR, AED and Flagger when assigned by the company.
• Must successfully complete Forklift certification – understand you are not permitted to operate company forklift until certification is received.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in road, site or highway construction and paving.
• Follows safety procedures and reports issues to foreman or safety director.
• Performs routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Loads, unloads and secures loads for transport.
• Assists in traffic control and landmark device maintenance as needed.
• Participates in safety trainings and toolbox talks.
• Drives to job sites and returns equipment upon completion.
• Maintains PPE and tools as listed at hire.
• Keeps work areas clean and organized for safety.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communications

Hand–eye coordination

Gauge reading

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Basic math

Time management

Instruction reading

Tape measure reading

First Aid/CPR/AED

Forklift certification

Tools

Excavator

Skid steer loader

Forklift

Telehandler

Bucket truck

Job description

Jack Harper Electrical (JHE)is the leading highway electrical contractor in the Gulf Coast Region. We specialize in traffic signals, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and roadway and decorative lighting. We’re committed to delivering high-quality solutions that enhance safety and efficiency on America’s roadways.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in road, site or highway construction and paving.
• Properly follows company and OSHA safety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the foreman, superintendent, or safety director.
• Follows daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices. Controls traffic at worksites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.
• Assists in training lower-level employees performing the maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned.
• Make daily pre-trip inspections of assigned truck and other assigned equipment
• Drive assigned vehicle/equipment to and from job site, as directed
• Operate equipment properly and in accordance with all manufacturer recommendations and training, in order to complete the necessary task.
• Manually load or unload equipment, materials or supplies
• Correctly load and secure all loads
• Assist in traffic control as directed
• Assist in maintenance of assigned equipment
• Responsible for maintaining assigned PPE and having proper PPE on hand for scheduled work.
• Responsible for providing, maintaining and attending work with hand tools listed on the required tools list provided to employee at hire.
• Participate in all required safety training including weekly ToolBox Talks.
• Clean and organize warehouse, shop, yard, office and vehicles to maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Must follow all company policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Any other duties assigned as needed.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Must possess good interpersonal skills
• Good communications skills, both written and oral
• Good hand and foot coordination
• Ability to read and understand gauges and other indicators.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and offer solutions.
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math
• Ability to manage time between two or more projects at one time.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and procedures
• Possess minimum ability to read a tape measure
• The ability to apply knowledge and skills to achieve intended results
• Must successfully complete First Aid, CPR, AED and Flagger when assigned by the company
• Must successfully complete Forklift certification – understand you are not permitted to operate company forklift until certification is received.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a current Driver’s License, CDL A preferred
• Must be a minimum of 21-years-old to operate a company vehicle
• Ability to proficiently operate excavator, skid loader, forklift, telehandler, and bucket truck
• The physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations
• Must be able to successfully complete the pre-employment process including a background check, motor vehicle report (MVR), and a drug screen.