Heavy Equipment Operator – Kingman, AZ

KT-Grant; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

KT Grant, Inc. is seeking an energetic, mechanically minded person to operate heavy hydraulic machinery at a customer facility. You will perform inspections, routine maintenance, and basic repairs while ensuring safety and adherence to OSHA standards.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of experience operating heavy equipment on civil or industrial sites and hold a valid driver’s license; OSHA training is preferred. This is a non-exempt, hourly role with pay rate based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school acceptable.
• 2–5 years of documented heavy equipment operation experience.
• OSHA 10/30 Construction Safety certification preferred; valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with excavators or similar hydraulic equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy hydraulic machinery to remove debris from ladles, vessels, pots, and furnaces at customer facilities.
• Navigate equipment safely through busy sites, tight spaces, and variable ground conditions.
• Perform pre- and post-operational inspections daily; check fluids, hoses, tension, lights, and safety guards.
• Conduct basic preventive maintenance: greasing, air filters, debris removal; report defects promptly.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and company policies; coordinate with customer representatives via signals or radios.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Hydraulic machinery experience

Safety compliance

Driver's license

OSHA 10/30 preferred

Education

High school diploma / GED / trade school

Job description

Department: Operations / Field Services

Reports To: Site Supervisor / Area Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt (Hourly)

Payrate: Variable based on experience

Job Description:

Looking for an energetic & mechanically minded person to work at our customer facility running specialized heavy hydraulic equipment which the company manufactured. Experience working within an industrial manufacturing/mill setting is preferred, not required. This person will make sure that their machines are in proper working order and that all systems are working correctly. They do basic upkeep and repairs and tell supervisors about any malfunctions or maintenance needs required.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Machine Operation
  • Operate a variety of heavy specialized hydraulic machinery to remove debris from ladles, vessels, pots, and furnaces located within our customer production facilities.
  • Navigate equipment safely through busy jobsites, tight spaces, and variable ground conditions (mud, variable grades, loose gravel).
• Equipment Inspection and Routine Maintenance
  • Perform mandatory pre-operational and post-operational inspections daily.
  • Check vital fluids (oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, coolant), hoses, track tension, lights, warning devices, and safety guards routinely.
  • Perform basic preventive maintenance, including greasing fittings, cleaning air filters, and clearing tracks of debris.
  • Promptly report mechanical defects, unusual noises, leaks, or malfunctions to the maintenance supervisor, site mechanic, or area management.
• Site Safety and Compliance
  • Adhere strictly to OSHA standards, local safety regulations, and company policies.
  • Coordinate visually with customer representatives using standard hand signals or two-way radios.
  • Secure and park machinery in designated, stable areas with attachments lowered to the ground and dis-engaged at the end of each shift.
  • Work closely with co-workers and customers to coordinate smooth workflow and maintain production standards safely.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent trade school certification.
• Experience: Minimum 2–5 years of documented experience operating heavy equipment on civil, highway, commercial, or residential sites.
• Licensing & Certifications:
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • Experience with excavators or similar hydraulic equipment preferred.
• Physical Demands:
  • Ability to sit, drive, and stand operating handheld pendent boxes or remote controls for extended periods.
  • Capability to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, dust).
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 92 lbs.