Equipment Operator III

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Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator III is a senior level or finish grade operator position responsible for operating multiple types of powered construction equipment such as 336 excavators and G6 GPS bulldozers / bulldozers of all sizes and motor graders to excavate, move, and grade materials within finish specifications, and erect structures in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

- Observe and comply with all company and specific site safety and project policies

- Supply input to Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and frequent improvements or changes to Job Safety Analysis Plan (JSAP)

- Perform daily pre-inspection and on-going maintenance checks while operating equipment

- Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life according to all relevant policies and procedures

- Excavate, move, and grade earth/aggregate or mix ingredients according to site specifications and within limitations of equipment in a safe and productive manner as determined by site construction conditions

- Achieve acceptable rough and finish grade in all types of soils and conditions

- Constant inspection and surveillance of surroundings before and during operation to ensure safe ground or slope conditions exist, as well as adequate distance observed for other equipment or personnel

- Communicate professionally and respectfully with others by all means possible (visual or radio contact) including interpreting hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed or loaded

- Work independently and conduct tasks with limited supervision

- May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation

- Responsible for care and custody of equipment being operated, including daily cleaning and maintenance

- Report all equipment maintenance issues to superintendent

- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned

- Pay attention to surrounding and monitor changes in site conditions

- Follow directions and learn from senior operators and superintendents

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Qualifications

- Knowledgeable in OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices

- Requires the ability to read survey stakes for alignment and grading

- Perform duties of equipment operator while using different levels of PPE, which may include respiratory equipment

- Perform duties of equipment operator while working in all safe outdoor weather conditions

- Ability to travel over extended periods of time on short notice preferred

- Ability to read, write, and understand math and English preferred

- Must be able to read and properly interpret load charts for associated heavy equipment and manufacturer-approved attachments

- Required to pass skills test prior to operating equipment

- Must be able to understand and demonstrate limitations of equipment

- Must reliably show up on time for work five to seven days a week as required

- Must have access to reliable transportation to get to and from the job site daily

Education/Experience

- Five or more years of equipment operating experience

- General construction experience preferred

- Field verification of operator experience

- Must have 40-Hour HAZWOPER training with current 8-Hour HAZWOPER

Recon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others to apply.