Description
A Light Equipment Operator in construction is responsible for operating Compactors, Front-end loaders, and Dump Truck to support construction and maintenance projects. They may also perform manual labor tasks as needed and are often involved in basic equipment maintenance.
Operating compactors, front-end loaders, and dump trucks for various construction tasks, including loading, hauling, and unloading materials
Responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and performing basic maintenance on the equipment they operate
Adhering to all safety regulations and procedures when operating and maintaining equipment is a crucial aspect of the job
Loading and unloading materials from trucks and equipment
Assisting with site preparation tasks, such as clearing land or grading soil
Providing support to construction crews, including transporting materials and equipment, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment
Interpret drawings
Unload the material
Move material to the work area where it will be used
Inspect rigging
Inspect the equipment
Excavate and backfill for foundations, trenches, U/G duct banks and ground gird
Grading and compaction
Demo concrete
Build pads/dirt work
Installing RCP pipe/precast manholes
Install bedding material for precast structures
Performing other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 2 years' experience operating light equipment in a construction setting
Must be able to assess through Burns and McDonnell assessment program
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to stand, walk, sit, or reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, push and pull
Ability to use repetitive hand motions and the ability to grasp and operate field tools and equipment
Ability to climb on, in or through equipment in confined spaces and elevated work using fall protection harnesses
Ability to work long hours with infrequent days off, night shifts, and in adverse climates
Ability to use respirators or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Ability to utilize vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to lift, carry and or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in an environment with loud noises and vibrations for extended periods of time
Ability to properly wear and/or use Personal Protection Equipment
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS
Ability to seek advice, make decisions, exercise sound judgement, and solve problems
Ability to work under stressful situations
Ability to learn and adopt new processes and technology
Ability to apply verbal and/or written instructions or other information
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Craft
Primary Location US-TX-Houston
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time
Req ID: 262231
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DNI #CSP N/A