Machinery Operator

SACC, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SACC, Inc. is seeking a Machinery Operator to operate heavy equipment such as trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and more in a field setting. The role emphasizes safety and efficiency, routine maintenance, and adherence to supervisor directions for daily tasks.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of construction experience. Ability to lift heavy loads and work under varied weather conditions is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two+ years’ experience in construction or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all machinery in a safe and efficient way.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Participate in routine maintenance.
• Practice workplace safety.
• Take orders from supervisor for daily work tasks and provide feedback daily.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe operation

Maintenance checks

Equipment cleaning

Workplace safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Front-end loaders

Backhoes (track & rubber-tired)

Trenchers

Compactors

Bulldozers

Cranes

Rollers

Job description

The Machinery Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner. This includes trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and other pieces of equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to operate and maintain all machinery in a safe and efficient way.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Participate in routine maintenance.
• Practice workplace safety.
• Take orders from supervisor for daily work tasks and provide feedback on a daily basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum two plus years’ experience working in the construction field in similar or related position preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not have any supervisory duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions will be in a field environment usually at a worksite. May be exposed to arduous weather conditions such as extreme heat and cold. Must be physically fit and able to lift over 50 lbs. throughout the day. Will be required to bend, stoop, or reach. Must have use of both hands and good eyesight.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Hard hats may be required if on a worksite along with long sleeve shirt and pants. If working in a traffic area a safety vest is required. Must wear work boots. Required PPE will be provided during onboarding.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

Must be knowledgeable of front-end loaders, track and rubber-tired backhoes, trenching machines, compacting machines and equipment, bull dozers, cranes, and rollers.