Heavy Equipment Operator: Full Fleet Ops & Safety

Mortenson; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Operator who will be responsible for operating equipment as directed, while adhering to all Mortenson safety policies and procedures. The role requires operating various heavy equipment and following safety and maintenance routines.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of related experience, necessary equipment certifications, and a valid driver’s license. The position emphasizes teamwork, reading charts, and safe, efficient operation on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of related experience.
• Equipment certifications as required.
• Current driver’s license with proper classification and endorsements as required by law.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts.
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, roller, backhoe, and track crane.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping.
• Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety rules

Maintenance awareness

Load charts

Tools

Blade/Dozer operation

Crane operation

Bobcat/Skid-steer

Forklift/Telehandler

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an Operator who will be responsible for operating equipment as directed, while adhering to all Mortenson safety policies and procedures. The role requires operating various heavy equipment and following safety and maintenance routines.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of related experience, necessary equipment certifications, and a valid driver’s license. The position emphasizes teamwork, reading charts, and safe, efficient operation on site.