Heavy Equipment Operator & Field Supervisor

Matrix Service Company; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 79,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Matrix Service Company in Washington is seeking a heavy equipment operator to support daily crew tasks under direction of a General Foreman or Superintendent. You will operate backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers.

The role requires at least four years of experience, strong safety knowledge, and ability to communicate clearly with team members. You will perform inspections, assist with lifts, and contribute to a safe, efficient job site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years' heavy equipment operator experience, preferably in refinery environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and protocols.
• Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment.
• Able to run several types of equipment (forklifts, manlifts, etc.)
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments about issues and solutions.
• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems is essential, along with the ability to read and interpret technical schematics and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its Core Values.
• Always represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Perform duties within a precise limit or standard of accuracy (Quality Control).
• Performs loading and unloading of equipment and supplies.
• Precision positioning of equipment, lifting heavy machinery and components, as well as beams and lumber.
• Will operate joystick controls, pedals, levers and buttons to lift, move, and position loads using hoisting attachments such as hooks, slings, electromagnets, and buckets.
• Must be careful and attentive at all times so they can follow directions closely as they will communicate with team members both verbally and by signal instruction.
• Operate equipment to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth, and width and grade.
• Perform daily inspection on machinery and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation in compliance with company standards.
• Responsible for operating forklifts, extenda booms, and bundle trucks to support construction and maintenance activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Must work well with supervision.
• May be required to train and supervise apprentices.
• Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Reading schematics

Mechanical knowledge

Tools

Forklifts

Manlifts

Boom lifts

Hoisting equipment

Job description

Matrix Service Company in Washington is seeking a heavy equipment operator to support daily crew tasks under direction of a General Foreman or Superintendent. You will operate backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers.

The role requires at least four years of experience, strong safety knowledge, and ability to communicate clearly with team members. You will perform inspections, assist with lifts, and contribute to a safe, efficient job site.