Heavy Equipment Operator

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We are proud to offer our employees:

• Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus
• And so much more!

Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy machinery, including but not limited to excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, and backhoes, to perform construction tasks such as digging, grading, and material handling.
• Prepare construction sites by clearing debris, grading terrain, and moving materials to designated areas according to project plans and specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and minor repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns. Report any major mechanical issues to the maintenance team.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols while operating machinery. Conduct pre-operation safety inspections and ensure that safety equipment is used correctly.
• Work closely with other construction team members, including site supervisors, laborers, and engineers, to ensure smooth and efficient project execution.
• Load, unload, and transport materials using heavy machinery. Ensure materials are handled and placed accurately to meet project requirements.
• Daily maintenance of equipment - inspection & minor maintenance, lubrication, fueling, and reporting of service needs.
• Identify and address any operational or site-related challenges promptly. Adjust equipment operations as needed to accommodate changing conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with crew, leadership, and customers.

Requirements:

• 5+ years heavy equipment operation in underground construction experience.
• Basic math and geometry to determine area, elevation, and pitch for excavation plans.
• Competent in soil analysis - recognizing ground conditions.
• Experienced in trenching and excavating - shoring, sloping and shielding.
• Knowledge of the procedure of removal and installation of underground utilities and line openings.
• Competent person certified and qualified for excavation preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with all personality types.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Self-directed and can work independently.
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Requirements:

• Read and interpret blueprints to best prepare project layout for execution.
• Competent to direct earth retention installation.
• Confined space entrant certified.
• Confined space attendant/supervisor certified.
• Respirator fit certified.
• HAZWOPER certified.

Equipment experience:

• Basic operation of trucks & equipment, including utilize pick-up to pull a trailer
• Trailer loading and securing of material & equipment
• Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 10,000lbs.
• Aerial -lift operation - boom & scissor lift preferred
• Telehandler operation experience preferred
• Skid steer - demo, grading, material handling
• Roller operation
• Bulldozer - basic operation and rough grading required, proficient with fine grading preferred
• Proficient with backhoe, loader and excavator
• Chauffeur or CDL-A license and medical DOT physical preferred
• Mobile crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO) preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to position one-self to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, attics and tunnels.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.