Heavy Equipment Operator/Driver

Northern Waters Casino; Michigan; On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Meal Discounts

Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store

Golf Discounts

Paid Lunch

Paid Holidays

Access to training programs

Free membership to Legacy Gym

Job summary

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/ Driver to manage service, maintenance, and operation of tribal heavy equipment and vehicles. The role requires independent work capability and strict adherence to safety policies.

Key duties include pre-use inspections, performing maintenance, welding, basic mechanical work, and occasional fabrication. A valid CDL and high school diploma or GED are required, with bi-yearly drug testing and compliance

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalently.
• Possession of a valid State drivers and CDL Class A or B.
• Experience in measuring and estimating materials.
• No tolerance policy including THC.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of all equipment before use.
• Ensure regular maintenance is performed and documented.
• Comply with tribe and state safety policies.
• Ensure proper usage of machinery and tools.
• Welding and fabrication.
• Basic mechanical work.
• Some woodworking.
• Chainsaw operation and maintenance including safe tree felling.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Time management

Independent work

Safety procedures

CPR and first aid

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class A or B

Job description

EMPLOYMENT: FullTime

SALARY/PAY RATE: $24.00-$32.00 /Hour

DESCRIPTION:

AHeavy Equipment Operator/ Driver is responsible for the service, maintenance,and responsible operation for all tribally owned Heavy Equipment and vehicles,as well as any machinery or tools that need to be rented or leased toaccomplish any tasks required by specific jobs. Applicants meeting the minimumqualifications must be able to work independently as well as with co-workers.

Primary Responsibilities:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform daily inspection ofall equipment before use.
• Ensure that regularmaintenance is performed and is documented.
• Comply with all safetypolicies of the tribe and state.
• Ensure proper usage of allmachinery, equipment, and tools per their intended use.
• Welding and fabrication
• Basic mechanical work
• Some woodworking
• Chainsaw operation andmaintenance including safe tree felling.

All duties andresponsibilities are subject to change.

Skills & Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or a GEDequivalent
• Possession of a valid Statedrivers and class A or B CDL
• Experience in measuring and estimatingmaterials.
• No tolerance policy-includingTHC

Bi-yearly randomdrug tests will be required and any traffic violations, civil or criminal, mustbe reported to your supervisor and or fleet manager immediately. Failure tocomply will be grounds for termination.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimumof 2 years’ experience operating heavy equipment
• Knowledge of basicmaintenance of heavy equipment
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of hydraulicsystems, air brakes and other heavy equipment related systems.
• Experience with pipefitting,ditch digging, road and other large construction projects.
• Ability to work independentlyand effectively.
• Ability to manage time andmeet all specified deadlines.
• Able to understand andimplement all assigned tasks.
• Ability to comprehend allpolicies and procedures of LVD.
• Knowledge of DOT, state, andtribal safety procedures and guidelines as it pertains to equipment and site‑specificapplications.
• Certified in CPR and firstaid.

The above statements are intended todescribe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned tothis classification. They are notintended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, dutiesand skills required of personnel so classified.Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of theposition at any time. Must be able topass a pre-employment drug screen and applicable background checks related tothe position. Native American preferenceshall apply in accordance with Lac Vieux Desert Policy.

Date Approved by theTribal Council: January 22, 2014

Application:

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

• A fun, safe, fast paced work environment
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store
• Golf Discounts
• Paid Lunch
• Paid Holidays
• Access to training programs
• Free membership to Legacy Gym

Great Benefits for Full Time Employees offered after 90 days of employment:

• LVD Pays 80% of the cost of these benefits with only a 20% responsibility from the employee.
• Health – Offering 14 different medical coverages.