Heavy Equipment Operator - MRK

US Lawns; Elkton (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 5%

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Time

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Safety Training

Continuous Learning Environment

Job summary

GreenWood, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators, backhoes, forklifts, and related machinery on site. You will read blueprints, conduct risk assessments, and maintain daily equipment logs while supporting maintenance tasks and general project needs.

This position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to work in varied weather. A High School diploma or GED and 10 years of field experience are required, with certifications as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 10 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Certification/training may be required depending on machinery.
• Ability to stand, climb, pull and lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as excavator, backhoe, forklift, and dump truck.
• Handle and move materials and perform daily equipment maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, or schematics for material needs.
• Conduct risk assessments related to underground digging.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and communicate with site personnel.
• Maintain daily logs of equipment usage and maintenance.
• Assist with projects such as painting, sealing or caulking surfaces as needed.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work in various weather

Safety culture support

Reading blueprints

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Safe operation of heavy equipment such as an excavator, backhoe, forklift, dump truck or other equipment
• Handling and/or moving material
• Knowledge of the excavator/backhoe loading requirements; load charts; critical picks
• Conduct risk assessments related to underground digging
• Effectively communicate to all site personnel
• Maintain daily logs of equipment usage, maintenance, etc.
• Daily maintenance of equipment
• Identify, report and correct hazards
• Ensure all safety procedures, practices, and regulations are followed before, during, and after the process to foster a positive safety culture by having a safety-first mindset and approach during execution of activities
• GreenWood has designated this as a “safety-sensitive” position
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine required material to be used
• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work area
• Assist with projects such as painting, sealing or caulking surfaces such as walls, trim, cabinets and tanks as needed
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Essential Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 10 years of experience operating heavy equipment
• Strong communication skills to ensure effective communication
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and sense of urgency
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions
• Depending on type of machinery (cranes, forklift, etc.) additional training and/or certification is required
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects
• Experience demonstrating successful support of a positive safety culture
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation(s)

Company Description

We are a customer-focused, integrated maintenance company operating projects throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. If you are seeking employment with a dedicated industry leader, and committed to safely improving and perfecting our industry, you may be a candidate for GreenWood. We look for skilled, experienced, and qualified professionals in maintenance, construction and plant services. GreenWood offers unique opportunities in professional development and growth, featuring an outstanding benefits plan and training program.

If you feel your values align with the culture at GreenWood, Inc., and you can provide a long-standing track record of safety, skills, dependability, and accountability, we invite you to peruse our job postings to determine if there is an opportunity that interests you. Applicants must be willing to abide by our Zero Incident philosophy in order to work at GreenWood, Inc.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Time
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Various Voluntary Policies Available
• Safety Training
• Continuous Learning Environment