Employee Classification and Pay Scale

Position: Operator

Responsibilities:

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment to include excavating equipment, front end loaders, dump truck, compactors, skid steer, forklift, cranes, etc.
• Is able to interpret load charts and plans, lifts if operator of crane equipment.
• Work with superintendent, foreman, millwrights, craftsmen and laborers. Comply with all directions you are given and complete every task asked of you to the best of your ability. Comply with all safety requirements to include use of personal protective equipment necessary for performing job duties.
• Responsible for daily safety inspection, maintenance and safe operation of heavy equipment as required.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• This position may also require the performance of other essential or secondarily functions depending upon work assignment at jobsite.

Qualifications:

• Operators have proof of experience and skill level from previous employment or self employment and have in possession a certificate of operator credentials.
• Basic understanding and ability to read blue prints to determine work procedures and visualize layouts.
• Has experience in survey, control and grade work.
• Operators must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. In some cases, a commercial driver's license (CDL) may be required. Pre-employment drug testing is required, and employees in CDL positions will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Completed CPR, First Aid, 10-hour OSHA training and have a valid Health Certificate.

Working Conditions and Abilities:

• Operators may be exposed to a variety of working and weather conditions to include extreme hot and cold environments and exposure to the outdoor elements.
• The strength and stamina required working with heavy equipment weighing in excess of 50 pounds, moving heavy objects (50 pounds or more) long distances (greater than 20 feet) and the ability to climb multiple levels of stairs or ladders.
• The ability to work in high elevations as well as confined spaces and possess good coordination and dexterity to travel across rough, rocky, or uneven surfaces at construction sites.
• Hours of work vary but typically are an 8 – 10 hour, 5 day work week. Overtime may be required.
• Is able to speak and understand English and is able to understand and follow directions.

Benefits Package:

• 401K Plan after 1 year of service.
• Dental, health and life insurance after 90 days of employment, have changed jobsites and have been granted a full time permanent position.
• Vacation pay after one year.

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