MI Whitetail- Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator (Non driver)

Primoris Services Corporation; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading specialty contractor focused on critical infrastructure services. As a Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator, you will play a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient operations while working with advanced equipment. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment dedicated to safety and excellence. You'll be part of a company that values teamwork and innovation, contributing to projects that enhance society's infrastructure. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact, this is the role for you.

Benefits

401k w/employer match

Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Must have 1-2 years of experience excavating near underground utilities.
• Valid driver's license is required; Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor and perform quality work per project specifications.
• Ensure equipment and tools are maintained and accounted for.
• Follow safety rules and report unsafe practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety Compliance

Equipment Operation

Manual Dexterity

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1-2 Years Related Experience

Class A CDL with Airbrakes and Tanker Endorsement

Tools

Hand Tools

Motorized Equipment

Job description

MI Whitetail- Civil/Mechanical Equipment Operator (Non driver)

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• Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
• Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
• Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
• Must work well as part of a team.
• Safety - Safety is a core value of our company and no job is so important that it cannot be completed safely. It is the responsibility of all employees to know and understand and comply with all company safety policies and federal, state, and local regulations. Employees have a responsibility to stop and correct unsafe work practices and to refuse to work in an unsafe situation.
• Mobilization and Demobilization - Ability to mobilize equipment being operated, including loading, unloading, securing, set up and tear down.
• Equipment Maintenance - Ensure that all equipment, vehicles, and tools are properly accounted for, used for correct purpose and are maintained.
• Other – Serves as backup to other positions at the direction of management; and other duties as assigned.
• Grasp and manipulate various hand tools daily.
• Standing for more than two hours at a time, as well twisting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching, and stooping regularly.
• Identify/distinguish colors and use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Communicate orally as well as ability to hear and understand.
• Work and operate motorized equipment as well as safely perform procedures where carelessness would potentially result in injury.
• Work in an environment that is uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or similar discomforts.
• Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy, as well as use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data.
• Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
• It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
• Must be clean shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Practice safety rules.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
• Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
• Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
• Must work well as part of a team.
• Safety - Safety is a core value of our company and no job is so important that it cannot be completed safely. It is the responsibility of all employees to know and understand and comply with all company safety policies and federal, state, and local regulations. Employees have a responsibility to stop and correct unsafe work practices and to refuse to work in an unsafe situation.
• Mobilization and Demobilization - Ability to mobilize equipment being operated, including loading, unloading, securing, set up and tear down.
• Equipment Maintenance - Ensure that all equipment, vehicles, and tools are properly accounted for, used for correct purpose and are maintained.
• Other – Serves as backup to other positions at the direction of management; and other duties as assigned.
• Lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds daily, seldom over 50 pounds.
• Grasp and manipulate various hand tools daily.
• Standing for more than two hours at a time, as well twisting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching, and stooping regularly.
• Identify/distinguish colors and use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Communicate orally as well as ability to hear and understand.
• Work and operate motorized equipment as well as safely perform procedures where carelessness would potentially result in injury.
• Work in an environment that is uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or similar discomforts.
• Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy, as well as use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data.
• Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
• It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
• Must be clean shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 1-2 years related experience excavating near underground utilities.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement preferred.

Company Overview:

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities.

Benefits:

• 401k w/employer match
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Stock purchase plan

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Construction