Heavy Equipment Operator-I

Job Description:

The heavy equipment operator operates a variety of contractor equipment and trucks used in construction. Knowledge of placing communication cable, fiber optic cable, conduits and other associated facilities.

Essential Functions:

• Operates trucks and construction equipment such as mini excavators and backhoes, loading, and hauling and unloading of various equipment.
• Works with and assists the crew in digging ditches and trenches, tools, equipment, excavation and related work pertaining to underground utilities.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.