Operator - Rochester, MN

Adolfson & Peterson Construction; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Adolfson & Peterson Construction is seeking an Operator to run power equipment, including hoists, cranes, forklifts, and trucks, on diverse projects in Minnesota. The role emphasizes safety, equipment inspection, and material handling to maintain project quality.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, relevant apprenticeship, and CCO certifications, with willingness to travel up to 70+ miles and work in varied climates. AP values teamwork, accountability and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Apprenticeship program or equivalent training required.
• CCO certification as required (150 ton crawler crane certification preferred).
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as hoists, cranes, forklifts, and trucks.

Responsibilities

• Take personal responsibility for working safely within an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
• Be a champion to support IIF efforts for a culture of care.
• Consistently communicate and reinforce the tenets of an IIF workplace.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain power equipment daily.
• Inspect work-in-progress to ensure conformance to specifications and quality standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Safety consciousness

Self-motivated team player

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship program or equivalent training

CCO certification as required

CCO certification for 150 ton crawler crane

Job description

We build trust among our communities and our people by cultivating the right team for every job. We are committed to fostering a creative and collaborative culture with a focus on career growth and balance in the workplace.

AP has diligently built a strong foundation of expertise, experience and exceptional results. We continually invest in our talented team by providing the latest tools, technologies and training necessary to stay ahead of the curve. We set our employees up for long-term success through mentorship opportunities and professional growth and advancement for every person in every role.

We recognize the contributions of our team members with unique experiences and capabilities and strive to establish a work environment that maximizes our collective potential. Going beyond the build for our employees lays a strong foundation for success across AP. We commit to a balanced, value-centered work environment for meaningful projects, careers and talent.

Job Description

The role of Operator will operate several types of power equipment such as hoists, cranes, forklifts, and trucks to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move equipment or materials.

Key Accountabilities Of The Role Include

• Take personal responsibility for working safely within an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
• Be a champion to support IIF efforts for working safely and building a culture of care and concern for each team member in the workplace.
• Consistently communicate and reinforce the tenets of an IIF workplace.
• Ensure adherence to processes and procedures that support an IIF culture.
• Comply with all company safety requirements and policies.
• Dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel using power equipment.
• Supply tools and materials to different areas of the work site as directed by the trades.
• Inventory and organize equipment and materials, including properly documenting equipment, tools, and material logs/reporting.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain power equipment on a daily basis.
• Observe load rigging and determine the safety of the load or lift.
• Position forks or lifting device and move the item by sight or according to signals (verbal or hand) from a rigger.
• Inspect work-in-progress to ensure that it conforms to the specifications, construction schedules, and quality standards as outlined in AP’s quality management program.
• Assure that workmanship is of the highest quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualifications

• History of experience and proven results including:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent training.
• CCO certification as required.
• CCO certification for 150 ton crawler crane.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as hoists, cranes, forklifts, and trucks.
• Ability to obtain a forklift certification. Commercial driver’s license preferred.
• Physical agility to climb in and out of and operate heavy equipment throughout the day.
• Ability to lift, load, and move equipment, supplies, and materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to travel to project sites up to 70+ miles away.
• Willingness to work in various (sometimes extreme) climate conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively resolve construction issues.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to be self-motivated, set own goals and tasks, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Adolfson & Peterson Construction’s (AP) ability to adapt and innovate has driven our success for more than 80 years. We are consistently ranked among the top construction managers and general contractors in the nation while maintaining one of the safest records in the industry. We bring positive and measurable change to the communities where we live, work and build. And we invest in new processes and technology to be operationally excellent and remain at the forefront of the ever-changing industry.

We have been committed to quality, innovation, safety and strong relationships since our beginning in 1946. AP offers preconstruction, construction and contracting services to commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, multifamily, municipal, data center, and senior living markets with offices across Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, North Dakota, Texas, and Wyoming. We employ more than 850 team members who strive for excellence and embody loyalty, trust and genuine love for what they do.

We go beyond the build for our communities and our people.

Adolfson & Peterson Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer