Heavy Equipment Operator - Road & Utilities

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Port Fourchon (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. seeks an experienced equipment operator to manage power construction equipment for excavation, movement and grading tasks at Port Fourchon, LA. The role requires safety-minded, physically capable crew members contributing to road and drainage projects.

You will load, haul, trench and maintain machines, follow instructions, and work overtime as needed. A high school diploma or equivalent is required with ability to train others in safe operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and related experience.
• Ability to read instructions and work with supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate various vehicles and heavy equipment to load, haul, and dump on rough surfaces.
• Grade roads by smoothing and spreading rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for culverts and pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Inspect equipment and fluids; perform basic maintenance and lubrication.
• May train employees in safe operation and technique.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Tools & equipment maintenance

Job description

Weeks Marine, Inc. seeks an experienced equipment operator to manage power construction equipment for excavation, movement and grading tasks at Port Fourchon, LA. The role requires safety-minded, physically capable crew members contributing to road and drainage projects.

You will load, haul, trench and maintain machines, follow instructions, and work overtime as needed. A high school diploma or equivalent is required with ability to train others in safe operation.