Heavy Equipment Operator/ CDL Driver

H2O Innovation Inc.; Long Beach (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

401K Retirement Plan with Employer Con

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Job summary

H2O Innovation Inc. in Long Beach, Mississippi, is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator for a full-time, permanent role.

Responsibilities include loading, hauling and operating diverse heavy machinery, performing routine maintenance and submitting written reports, while ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations. Preferred candidates will hold a valid Class A CDL and have at least 6 months of experience operating heavy equipment; pipelaying experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in loading, hauling and operating heavy equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand grades and plans.
• Strong communication with team and supervisors; safety-conscious work style.
• Ability to work in varied weather and physically demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Load, haul and operate heavy equipment ( excavators, dozers, backhoes, graders ).
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Create and submit written reports as needed.
• Conduct ditch cleaning to maintain hydraulic and drainage flow.
• Follow safety protocols and line locate policies.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication

Physical ability

Safety adherence

Following instructions

Education

Class A CDL License

Job description

H 2 O Innovation provides public works management services & operations assistance for water & wastewater treatment plants to municipalities, government organizations, and businesses across North America.

H 2 O Innovation is seeking a new team member for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in Long Beach, Mississippi. Our next colleague will hold a full time & permanent position.

The Benefits

Overall remuneration including:

• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days

The Day-to-Day

• Responsible for loading, hauling, and operating different types of equipment as needed
• Responsible for daily preventative maintenance of equipment operated
• Create and submit written reports as needed
• Perform ditch cleaning to maintain optimal hydraulic and drainage flow
• Operate a variety of equipment such as excavators, dozers, backhoes, and graders
• Ensure all daily operations adhere to safety protocols and are executed efficiently
• Request utility line locates and comply with line locate policies
• Prepare and submit written reports as required

The Skills We Are Looking For

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Minimal 6 months experience in driving with Class A Operators License / Operations of Various Heavy Equipment
• Experience with pipelaying in the construction field is advantageous
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and establishing grade preferred
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction, department rules, policies and regulations
• Ability to effectively communicate with the public, team members, and supervisors
• Capable of performing physical tasks in diverse weather conditions

The successful candidate will have to pass a background check which includes criminal background & motor vehicle report checks, as well as drug & alcohol screenings.