Heavy Equipment Operator-Scrapers

Ames Construction, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced operator for heavy civil projects, including power construction equipment handling and safe operation on job sites.

The role requires reading safety guidelines, performing routine maintenance, and maintaining clear timecards and paperwork. The candidate will join a team committed to safety, reliability, and on-time project delivery, with long hours and potential night shifts.

Qualifications

• Operate track equipment in various conditions including night and adverse weather.
• Maintain safe operation and housekeeping in cab/work area.
• Be able to read and understand safety and employment requirements.
• Complete daily paperwork accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Track Equipment in all phases of operations, during normal conditions, night conditions, adverse weather, and emergencies, including hand and foot controls
• Perform routine maintenance, and watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure they are working properly
• Exercise good judgment about the safety and health of you and others
• Complete and understand the paperwork necessary for this job
• Be organized and able to execute verbal and written instructions
• Be able to work with others and also to work independently on assigned tasks
• Maintain good housekeeping in the cab and work area at all times
• Accurately complete a daily timecard and other paperwork as required

Skills

Track Equipment

Safety Awareness

Equipment Maintenance

Teamwork

Independent Work

Job description

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and our people are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family. That means we look out for one another, take pride in our work, and build strong relationships rooted in trust and respect. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges, and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success, where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

An Operator operates several types of power construction equipment, such as compressors, pumps, hoists, derricks, cranes, shovels, tractors, dozers, scrapers, motor graders, and off-road rock trucks, to excavate, move, and grade earth. An operator will turn valves to control the air and water output of compressors and pumps. Adjusts hand wheels and depresses pedals to drive the machine and control attachments, such as blades, buckets, scrapers, and swing booms. Repairs and maintains equipment. Ames is looking for Scraper Operators who are safe, efficient, highly skilled, and productive operators for our projects in and around Arizona CAT SCRAPER 613 UP TO BUT NOT EXCLUDING 637/GPS TRIMBLE knowledge is a plus Operator Apprentices are encouraged to apply as well.

Basic Employment Requirements

• Be committed to working safely and to wearing all of the required safety equipment.
• Report any unsafe conditions or acts to your immediate supervisor.
• Pass a Pre-employment Drug Screen and Alcohol Test.
• Free of medication that may limit or alter the ability to operate equipment in a safe manner
• Be able to read and understand Safety and Employment requirements
• Be dependable and consistent about attendance and punctuality
• Willing and able to work extended hours and possible nights and weekends as required
• Tolerate temperature extremes and changing job site conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)
• Be committed to helping achieve a 100% no-accident work area
• Be committed to supporting the team to achieve its production goals at any assigned task
• Maintain a professional attitude while learning each task and take constructive criticism as a motivation to learn
• Arizona region will require joining and maintaining local operators' union membership.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Have full range of motion with neck, back, and hands, and exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously
• Have vision at 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
• Can hear at an average level with or without hearing devices
• Be able to climb in/out of equipment without assistance
• Be able to walk on uneven surfaces
• Be able to twist, stoop, and bend while maintaining sure-footedness and balance
• Spend about 80% of your time in motion while operating equipment

Essential Job Skills

• Operate the Track Equipment in all phases of operations, during normal conditions, night conditions, adverse weather, and emergencies, including hand and foot controls
• Perform routine maintenance, and watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure they are working properly
• Exercise good judgment about the safety and health of you and others
• Complete and understand the paperwork necessary for this job
• Be organized and able to execute verbal and written instructions
• Be able to work with others and also to work independently on assigned tasks
• Maintain good housekeeping in the cab and work area at all times
• Accurately complete a daily timecard and other paperwork as required

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.