Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator

M. A. Mortenson Company; California (MO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Operator Journeyman to operate heavy equipment per project plans and safety policies. The role requires reading safety rules, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring site housekeeping and compliance with Mortenson procedures.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of related experience, a valid driver's license with required endorsements, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Equipment certifications as required.
• Minimum one year of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with endorsements as required by law.
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail-oriented; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback.
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description may change without notice.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, and roller.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping.
• Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards; provide leadership by displaying resourcefulness, work habits, and problem-solving skills.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety rules

Teamwork

Communication

Reading manuals

Math skills

Independence

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an Operator Journeyman to operate heavy equipment per project plans and safety policies. The role requires reading safety rules, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring site housekeeping and compliance with Mortenson procedures.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of related experience, a valid driver's license with required endorsements, and strong teamwork and communication skills.