Backhoe Operator

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description: The Heavy Equipment Operator willoperate one or several types of power construction equipment, such asmotor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks,shovels, tractors, or front-end loaders to excavate, move, and gradeearth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surfacepavement. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.A Day in the Life Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and weightsused in site or highway construction. Properly follows company and OSHAsafety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the projectForeman, Superintendent, General Superintendent or Safety Director.Follows daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientationsand training. Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenanceon assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to projectForeman, Superintendent, General Superintendent or Safety Director.Assists in training entry level employees to perform maintenance andrepair duties as required or assigned. Helps identify any undergroundand overhead utilities have been located/exposed prior to excavating.Reviews trenching requirements with Superintendent and ensure anyrequired protection is available. Keep project foreman, superintendent,or general superintendent informed of known actions, written or verbal,which may affect the ability to successfully perform tasks atconstruction project sites or adversely affect Company operations. Otherprojects or duties as assigned by management. What You\'ll Need Highschool diploma or equivalent, six to twelve months of operatingconstruction equipment experience; or equivalent combination ofeducation and experience. Considerable knowledge of heavy equipmentoperating principles. Ability to operate heavy equipment under varyingworking conditions. Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautionscommon to heavy equipment operations. OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and theability to follow applicable safety precautions as well as view andunderstand Veit\'s safety training video is required. Working knowledgeof hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operationsis also required. Ability to read and comprehend grade stakes and/orsite plans. Good communication skills both oral and written when workingwith all levels of management and employees, external vendors and otherbusiness associates. Ability to understand, follow and transmit writtenand oral instructions. Ability to work with and apply mathematicalconcepts such as fractions, percentages ratios, and proportions topractical situations. Ability to meet attendance schedule withdependability and consistency as required by management and/or projectrequirements. Other Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.Must be willing to travel as needed. Must be at least 18 years of\...For full info follow application link. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATIONINSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/F2A2FE0F507543FB