Site Heavy Equipment Operator Lead

Cajun Industries, LLC; Cameron (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to operate various site machines with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency. The role involves reading load charts, following hand signals for material placement, and performing routine maintenance.

You will inspect equipment daily, report issues, and assist other trades on busy construction sites. The successful candidate will work in plant operations or construction environments, manage lifting tasks up to 50 pounds, and adapt to

Qualifications

• Physical: capable of handling varying terrain, lifting up to 50 lb, and climbing stairs or ladders as needed.
• Mental: communicates clearly, follows instructions, exercises safety and judgment on site.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret load charts.
• Interpret hand signals to place materials.
• Perform minor maintenance or cleaning on tools/equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment (fluids, wear, refueling).
• Report equipment malfunctions to supervisors.
• Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, and supplies.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Load charts interpretation

Hand signals interpretation

Equipment maintenance

Safety awareness

Material handling up to 50 lbs

Team communication

Tools

Bulldozers

Excavators

Front-end loaders

Backhoes

Job description

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to operate various site machines with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency. The role involves reading load charts, following hand signals for material placement, and performing routine maintenance.

You will inspect equipment daily, report issues, and assist other trades on busy construction sites. The successful candidate will work in plant operations or construction environments, manage lifting tasks up to 50 pounds, and adapt to