Union Heavy Equipment Operator & Site Maintenance

Active Construction, Inc.; Tacoma, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Active Construction, Inc. in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Union Operating Engineer to operate and maintain heavy construction equipment on job sites. You will work with cranes, bulldozers, excavators, graders, and other machinery, performing routine maintenance and reading blueprints to help keep projects on schedule.

The role requires IUOE membership or enrollment in an apprenticeship, and may require a CDL. You will be expected to pass a drug screen and endure long shifts outdoors in varying

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and site plans.
• Strong mechanical skills for minor repairs and maintenance.
• Physical stamina to work long hours in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, bulldozers, graders, pavers, forklifts, and excavators.
• Inspect, maintain, and perform minor repairs on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Assist in grading, excavation, and other site preparation tasks.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and survey marks to complete tasks accurately.
• Work with other construction professionals, including laborers, engineers, and project managers, to complete projects efficiently.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Construction safety standards

Reading blueprints

Mechanical maintenance

Stamina & endurance

Education

Enrollment in an apprenticeship program

Job description

Active Construction, Inc. in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Union Operating Engineer to operate and maintain heavy construction equipment on job sites. You will work with cranes, bulldozers, excavators, graders, and other machinery, performing routine maintenance and reading blueprints to help keep projects on schedule.

The role requires IUOE membership or enrollment in an apprenticeship, and may require a CDL. You will be expected to pass a drug screen and endure long shifts outdoors in varying