Heavy Equipment Operator: Precision, Safety & Field Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Wellness program and adoption support

Job summary

Matrix Service Company in Washington state is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to support field crews. You will operate backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers under supervision of a General Foreman or Superintendent, performing precise loading, unloading and material handling.

You must conduct daily inspections, maintain safety standards, communicate clearly with team members, and may train apprentices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years' heavy equipment operator experience.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and protocols.
• Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments about issues and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers.
• Perform daily inspections to ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Position loads precisely using joysticks, pedals, and levers.
• Assist with loading/unloading of equipment and materials.
• Potential to train apprentices and supervise less-experienced workers.
• Follow directions and communicate with the team verbally and by signals.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team communication

Quality control

Tools

Forklifts

Manlifts

Excavators

Backhoes

Job description

Matrix Service Company in Washington state is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to support field crews. You will operate backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and trenchers under supervision of a General Foreman or Superintendent, performing precise loading, unloading and material handling.

You must conduct daily inspections, maintain safety standards, communicate clearly with team members, and may train apprentices.