Wind Heavy Equipment Operator - Lundgren Repower Wind Project

Mortenson Construction; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking construction company dedicated to building a better future. As part of a dynamic team, you will operate heavy equipment for exciting projects in diverse markets such as renewable energy and healthcare. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professionalism, ensuring that you contribute positively to the work environment. If you are looking for a position that values your skills and offers opportunities for growth, this is the perfect chance to make an impact in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid driver's license of proper class and necessary endorsements.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate various heavy equipment as per project requirements.
• Maintain safety regulations and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Teamwork Orientation

Positive Attitude

Customer Service Skills

Detail Orientation

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Education

Equipment Certifications

One Year of Related Experience

Tools

Blade

Dozer

Loader

Forklift/Telehandler

Crane

Bobcat/Skid-steer

Boom Lifts/Aerial Lifts

Roller

Job description

ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible

Project Name: Lundgren Repower Wind Project
Project Location: Fort Dodge, IA, 50501

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES OF POSITION
Operates equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures.

SUMMARY OF EXPECTED OUTCOMES
-High quality, professional work product performed with initiative, productivity, a positive attitude and behavior
-Performance should meet or exceed the established standards, goals, and accountabilities of the position

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
-Operates the following equipment based on the requirements of the project:
1. Blade
2. Dozer
3. Loader
4. Scraper
5. Forklift/Telehandler
6. Crane
7. Bobcat/Skid-steer
8. Boom Lifts/Aerial Lifts
9. Roller
-Follows prescribed safety regulations
-Ensure that all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area
-Performs routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning
-Observes equipment operation to detect machine malfunction
-Follows work plans and pre-task cards
-Other duties and responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY SKILL REQUIREMENTS
-Strong teamwork orientation
-Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
-Detail orientation
-Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals and maneuver steering wheel to operator equipment
-Open to change based on diverse input and feedback
-Effectively work with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
-Adaptive, effective communication and active listening skills
-Strong cross-cultural relationship building and influencing at all organizational levels
-Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, procedure manuals, and load charts
-Knowledge of equipment and their uses
-Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication)
-Strong teamwork orientation
-Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
-Ability to work independently
-Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
-Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs
-Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment

This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice. member or equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
-Equipment certifications as required
-A minimum of one year of related experience
-Must possess valid driver's license of proper class and necessary endorsements as required by law

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position
Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer

Join us at Mortenson and be part of a team that's building a better future. Apply today!