Heavy Equipment Operator

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• High School Diploma/GED required
• 5 years’ prior experience as a heavy equipment operator preferred.
• You must possess a valid CDL.
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety, a plus.
• CPR/First Aid, a plus.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of equipment operations and construction and maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and equipment safety.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures.
• Skill in operation of assigned equipment to include motorized vehicles and equipment, including excavator, shears, grapple, skid steers/bobcat, roller/compactor, loaders, dump truck pickup truck, utility truck,
• Ability to read and understand work orders and organize work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work effectively and amicably with other people.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to work independently or in a team situation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to do the following for a period: stoop, kneel, reach, lift, walk, weed whack, and sit.
• Some climbing and balancing.
• High noise levels are common with general maintenance.
• Must have the ability to maintain assigned work hours.
• Must have sufficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time.
• This is an Onsite position that requires work to be performed onsite at an Aleut location.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is an Onsite position that requires work to be performed onsite at an Aleut location.
• This role requires work in a non-office setting, outdoor and industrial locations.
• Work requires exposure to heat/cold, noise, dust, mist, and/or fumes.
• Required the ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• We require wearing personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, fall protection harness, protective-toe footwear, gloves, hard hat, and hearing protection.
• Work hazards include electrical shock, confined spaces, and noise hazards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid CDL with no restrictions on Airbrakes.
• Must be able to pass a medical physical determining fitness for duty.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening and drug test.
• Must be able to obtain a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) per contract.
• Must be available for regular standby assignments and work scheduled off-hours and emergency overtime as required.
• Must complete all mandated training requirements per government and management directives.
• Must be proficient with the English Language per contract.

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401 (k) and match

Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.