Senior Construction Equipment Operator III

M. A. Mortenson Company; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k with Mortenson match

Paid time off and holidays

Life/AD&D and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Operator III to operate construction equipment and adhere to safety policies. The role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to read manuals and load charts. You will perform routine maintenance and follow pre-task plans on a dynamic project site.

Applicants should have at least one year of related experience and a valid driver’s license with endorsements. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Equipment certifications as required.
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience.
• Current driver’s license with necessary endorsements.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts.
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels.
• Ability to work independently with good communication and active listening.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, roller, backhoe, and track crane.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork orientation

Safety awareness

Reading and interpreting manuals

Detail-oriented

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an Operator III to operate construction equipment and adhere to safety policies. The role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to read manuals and load charts. You will perform routine maintenance and follow pre-task plans on a dynamic project site.

Applicants should have at least one year of related experience and a valid driver’s license with endorsements. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.