Rail Construction: Heavy Equipment Operator

KPRS Construction; Little Rock, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with match

Life Insurance

Weekly Pay

Paid Holidays

Job summary

KPRS Construction in the Little Rock area is seeking a Lift Truck Operator to operate heavy equipment and support treated cross ties, switch ties and bridge timbers. You will fuel, maintain, and inspect equipment while adhering to safety standards.

This role requires 1 year of heavy equipment experience or more, and candidates should be prepared for 2nd or 3rd shift, weekend work, and basic tablet/smartphone tasks to log checks and reports.

Qualifications

• Heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
• Experience in maintenance and safety checks.
• Able to work 2nd or 3rd shift and weekends.
• Good tablet/smartphone skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the equipment.
• Notify supervisor of any mechanical issues.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, and refuel as necessary.
• Other construction related duties as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Maintenance & checks

Teamwork

OT availability

Tablet/smartphone skills

Weekend work

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year heavy equipment experience

Job description

KPRS Construction in the Little Rock area is seeking a Lift Truck Operator to operate heavy equipment and support treated cross ties, switch ties and bridge timbers. You will fuel, maintain, and inspect equipment while adhering to safety standards.

This role requires 1 year of heavy equipment experience or more, and candidates should be prepared for 2nd or 3rd shift, weekend work, and basic tablet/smartphone tasks to log checks and reports.