Construction Finish Operator: Dozer and Excavator

Finish Operator: Dozer and Excavator with 5 years exp.

Brad Cole Construction Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Equipment operators will work under the direct supervision of the jobsite foreman, superintendent, and project manager.  The equipment operator is responsible for operating equipment in a safe and effective manner.  Equipment under this job description may include:  trucks, excavators, dozers, scrapers, compactors, and tractors.  

RESPONSIBILITIES & GENERAL JOB DUTIES:

• Operate equipment effectively and within the equipment’s operating capabilities to ensure deadlines of job are met.

• Perform daily equipment inspections and operator preventive maintenance checks.  Report any malfunctions of equipment or problems to immediate supervisor.

• Maintain cleanliness inside cab of equipment.

• Ensure equipment is properly shut down and stored at the end of the shift.

• Maintain accurate logs and records

• Adhere to corporate safety policies and procedures at all times.

• Operate equipment in a safe manner in order to minimize the risk of injury and property damage.

• Wear all company required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Wear seatbelts in all pieces of equipment at all times with no exceptions.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required by supervisor

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS:

• This position requires working in the internal and external environment.

• This position requires a flexible work schedule; night and/or weekends may be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must successfully pass written test on equipment and functionality and competency tests

• Must be able to wear mandatory Personal Protective Equipment including at a minimum:  steel toed boots, safety vest, hard hat, eye protection, and hearing protection.

• Must possess knowledge of equipment and workplace safety.

• Must demonstrate skills in communications and teamwork.

• Must be able to lift, pull and manage heavy equipment and objects up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to work outdoors in exposure to extreme heat and cold.

• Must be able to take company required precautions to be protected from irritants due to possible exposure to eye, nose and skin irritants

• Stress level may be increased due to schedule of work and demands of completing task safety and on time.

• Must be able to climb ladders and climb up to and into cabs on heavy equipment.

• Must be able to walk over uneven and broken ground.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401k

• Per diem

• Holiday Pay

• Vacation Pay

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