Operator, Forklift

RES; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

RES Americas is seeking an Equipment Operator for on-site project work to safely and efficiently operate heavy and light equipment. The role involves following safety procedures, performing pre-inspections, and maintaining equipment across diverse terrains.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and construction experience, with the ability to work in dynamic field conditions and travel to remote sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Required: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction preferred, with progressive responsibility across equipment.
• Ability to operate and adapt to multiple types of heavy and light equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follows safety and operating procedures of heavy and light equipment.
• Operates light/heavy equipment including backhoe, loader, rock truck, blade, excavator, dozer, digger derrick, crane.
• Inspects loads, performs pre-inspections, monitors equipment usage and fuel consumption.
• Performs work on various terrains and evaluates requirements for assignments.
• Maintains equipment with preventive maintenance and basic repairs.
• Notifies management of malfunctions and ensures safe operations.
• Cleans interior cab area daily and adheres to safety and security procedures.
• Reports unsafe conditions and uses equipment properly.

Skills

Safety training

Safety rules compliance

Communication

Listening skills

Following directions

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general operator duties (per skill level) at the project site.

Specific Duties

• Follows safety and operating procedures of heavy and light equipment.


• Operates light/heavy equipment including, but not limited to
  
  
  
  • Backhoe, loader and rock truck;
  
  
  • Blade, excavator and dozer
  
  
  • Digger Derrick
  
  
  • Crane
  
  
  
  


• Inspects incoming and outgoing loads, perform all pre-inspection checks and monitor equipment during operation. Reports results from pre-inspections on equipment daily, hour usage, fuel usage, deficiencies and/or maintenance required.


• Performs work on various types of terrain, evaluating requirements for assigned work.


• Crane Operators only - Calculates crane capacities and weights for rigging and hoisting. Maintains job site and materials in an organized and efficient order.


• Maintains all mobile and stationary equipment by performing preventive maintenance, i.e. tightening, cleaning, greasing and other minor maintenance and repairs.


• Notifies management of any malfunctions that occur.


• Cleans interior cab area of equipment daily.


• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.


• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Safety Training


• Following Rules and Regulations


• Industry standards Operating equipment safely and efficiently


• Communication


• Listening skills


• Comprehending and following directions


• Conveying barriers to work Follow verbal and/or written directions accurately Relationship building


• Time management to include:


• Meeting work goals


• Meeting deadlines


• Accuracy in work/use of hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment


• Heavy equipment Roads Foundations Site grading Equipment maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Experience working in a construction field, experience levels are progressive:
  
  
  
  • 0-2 years experience with backhoe, loader, roller and rock truck
  
  
  • 1-3 years experience with blade, excavator and dozer
  
  
  • 1-3 years experience with crane and trencher
  
  
  
  


• Must be certified on site for all types of heavy/light equipment by displaying skill level to a Superintendent.

Physical Requirements And Environment

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position involves Heavy Work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, lift and grab; reach with hands and arms; push and pull; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; talk, see clearly and hear.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.

Construction site environment includes early stage permitting, development and auditing through finished roads and features. Extensive travel with driving to remote sites along with office work in field conditions is also included.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES Americas is proud to be an EEO employer.