Loader Operator Journeyman - Grindstone

Kiewit-Corporation-cba042a0; Santo (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator to support road maintenance and construction projects. You will operate a variety of vehicles and equipment to perform maintenance and repair work on roads and rights-of-way.

This role requires the ability to load and grade materials, trench and install culverts, and inspect equipment, with a focus on safety and efficiency in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and relevant field experience.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions with effective communication up to management.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and heavy equipment to perform maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Construct trenches for culverts, water and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Check and maintain fluid levels and lubrication on equipment.
• Instruct and train employees in safe operation of equipment and job techniques.
• Inspect equipment, structures or materials to identify causes of defects.

Skills

Communication skills

Tool handling

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• 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.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• 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 safe and efficiently.

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination, and complywith all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

Few contractors can build what Kiewit builds, the way Kiewit builds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

There’s no limit to what you’ll work on at Kiewit. With contracts in different markets and geographic areas, Kiewit careers offer opportunities totackle new challenges all the time. Whether you’re building a facility that can turn water into power or a safer transportation network, you’re bound to make an impact in new and exciting ways.