Heavy Equipment Operator – Road & Utilities

Kiewit-Corporation-cba042a0; San Ygnacio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation in Texas seeks an experienced equipment operator to operate a variety of power construction equipment, perform routine maintenance, and support road and rights-of-way work in variable conditions.

The role requires reading and following instructions, ability to train others, and safety compliance; candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with prior field experience.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
• May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Skills

Equipment operation

Instructions follow

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kiewit Corporation in Texas seeks an experienced equipment operator to operate a variety of power construction equipment, perform routine maintenance, and support road and rights-of-way work in variable conditions.

The role requires reading and following instructions, ability to train others, and safety compliance; candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays.