Heavy Equipment Operator

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Heavy Equipment Operator Overview

• Operate front-end loader, backhoe, motor grader, roller, and other heavy equipment on project sites
• Work includes road construction, excavation, truck loading, stockpiling, excavation, stockpiling, spreading materials.
• All work will be local to the Lubbock area
• This is a senior equipment operator position requiring a high level of skill
• Tasks will be out-of-door in all weather conditions

Heavy Equipment Operator Duties

• Operate heavy equipment to on road construction jobsites
• Control machine speed, direction, bucket height and bucket angle
• Perform daily preventative maintenance such as inspection and fluid check
• Notify management of any equipment or safety issues
• Read and understand civil plan drawings
• Work subgrade and base to achieve proper processing
• Finish-grading for correct grade (blue-top and GPS)
• Use GPS automatics for machine control
• Coordinate daily project tasks between work crew members

Heavy Equipment Operator Required Skills and Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License (REQUIRED) (NO Identification Card)
• Experience in heavy equipment operation (required)
• Basic mechanical skills
• Conscientious and safety-oriented attitude
• Experience in road construction

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings