Heavy Equipment Operator - Street

Gulfshoresal; Cleburne (TX); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal in Texas is seeking a skilled construction equipment operator to maintain and repair streets, drainage, and alley systems. You will operate heavy machinery such as track excavators, loaders, and backhoe loaders, either alone or with a crew, to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently.

A valid Texas Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement is required on hire with the plan to upgrade to a Class A within 180 days.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating heavy construction equipment such as excavators, loaders, backhoes.
• Ability to operate safely and effectively.
• Understanding of pavement maintenance and construction.
• Basic grading and excavation techniques knowledge.
• Ability to perform minor field repairs on equipment.
• Ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of heavy and light equipment to maintain and construct streets, drainage, and alley systems.
• Work solo or with a crew to complete assigned tasks.
• Perform routine checks and minor adjustments on equipment in the field.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Reading & pavement maintenance

Grading & excavation

Minor equipment repairs

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years heavy equipment operation experience

Alternative: 5 years heavy equipment experience

Job description

CDL Class B: $20.74/hr

CDL Class A: $21.77/hr

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Operates a wide range of heavy equipment, vehicles, and hand tools to maintain, repair, and construct streets, drainage, and alley systems. May work alone or with a crew to accomplish assigned tasks.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Two years of experience in operating heavy motorized construction equipment such as track excavator, track loader, rubber tire loader, backhoe loader, etc.
• Sufficient skills are necessary to operate heavy equipment effectively and safely
• Sufficient understanding of and/or experience in pavement maintenance and construction
• Basic knowledge of grading and excavation techniques
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment in the field or as directed
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other employees

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent plus two years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment; OR

Sufficient education to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations, plus five years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment; OR

Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A Valid Texas Class B CDL with a Tanker Endorsement is required upon hire until the ability to obtain and maintain a Texas Class A CDL with a Tanker Endorsement within 180 days of employment.

Must maintain a satisfactory driving record.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND SAFETY HAZARDS

Primarily in outdoor environment with the ability to operate indoors when needed. May be exposed to extreme heat and cold during the summer and winter months.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Uses various types of heavy and light equipment such as; track excavator, track loader, track type tractors, rubber tire loader, backhoe loader, steel wheel and pneumatic rollers, skid steer, dump trucks, and haul trucks for transporting equipment.

Uses hand saw, circular saw, chain saw, vibrator, bolt cutter, pick, axe, shovels, rakes, air compressor, jackhammer, cutting torch, various weight hammers, using proper safety precautions