Posted: July 8, 2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
East Coast Civil Group
Morrisville, NC
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $30-$35 per hour
Primary Function:
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment including but not limited to motor-graders, bulldozers, rubber tire backhoes or trackhoes, rollers, articulated dump truck drivers, front-end loaders or hydraulic excavators to excavate, move, and grade earth or erect structures. Will perform minor repairs and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.
Essential Duties:
Heavy Highway Division – Heavy Equipment Operators – Dozer/Excavator
- Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, power cranes, shovels, or related equipment.
- Start machine, engage clutch, and push and move levers, switches, and pedals to guide machine along forms or guidelines and to control the operation of machine attachments, such as blades, buckets, scrapers, or swing booms.
- Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks or to distribute and level earth or terrain.
- Observe grade in order to adjust machine settings to correct uneven areas such as high or low areas where materials may need to be added or cut.
- Conduct documented pre-shift inspections of equipment for safety and mechanical defects in accordance with company TPR standards.
- Work long, flexible hours as demanded by our customers including nights, weekends, and work outside for extended periods during all seasons of the year.
- Align machines, cutter heads, buckets or depth gauge markers with reference stakes and guidelines or ground or position equipment, following hand signals of other workers.
- Coordinate machine actions with other activities or trucks by positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Inspect, clean, maintain, and repair equipment, using mechanics’ hand tools. Conduct pre-shift inspections and report any concerns or malfunctions to supervisors.
- Learn and follow safety regulations and be held responsible for at-fault accidents.
- Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
- Perform necessary work while complying with all company policies and procedures as well as any other regulatory authority (i.e. OSHA, MSHA, etc.)
- Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.
- From time to time will perform general labor duties such as shoveling, raking, climbing inclines, as well as lifting, carrying, and loading materials on uneven terrain.
- Must have regular and predictable attendance.
Minimum Requirements:
Work Experience
- Minimum of 2 years and 5 years preferred, previous operating experience is required.
- Must be experienced on multiple types of heavy equipment – bulldozer, trackhoe, excavator, motor grader & etc.
Must have good work ethic and be dependable. - Must be able to work various hours as needed.
- Qualified candidate must be able to work overtime and occassional nights and weekends.
Heavy Physical Demands
Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.
Physical Activity
Position requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, oil and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required of the position. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.
Qualifications:
- Minimum High school diploma
- Bilingual (English – Spanish) a plus
- Minimum of 2 years would like 5 years of experience in civil site excavating.
- Extensive knowledge of underground utility installation methods, materials, and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
- Ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Valid driver’s license, CDL preferred with a good driving record.
- Be at least age 21 years of age.
- Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document.
- Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work in outdoor environments in various weather conditions.
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects, bending, and standing for long periods.
- Comfort working in confined spaces and trenches.
- Lift up to 70 lbs.
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 6 Paid Holidays
Who We Are:
- East Coast Civil Group is a full-service Grading Service/Civil Contractor based in Morrisville, NC. We pride ourselves on providing quality work and service.
- Our experienced team and crews deliver proven results for residential and commercial construction.
Submit resumé to: [email protected]