Two to four years of operating experience is preferred.
Must adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety protocols and work in a drug-free environment.
Must be reliable and have reliable transportation.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver's license before employment.
Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry objects; walk and stand for long periods; and perform physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Must have manual dexterity, multilimbed coordination, and stamina.
Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment in compliance with company operating safety policies and procedures.
Maintain, clean, and safely store company equipment and materials.
Check filters and grease equipment.
Observe the distribution of paving material, adjust machine settings or material flow, and indicate low spots for workers to add material.
Keep the work area and equipment clean by collecting and disposing of scrap and excess materials.
Communicate proactively with the foreman, superintendent, and coworkers.
Follow company policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations for safe work procedures and environmental protection.
Desired Qualifications
Two to four years of operating experience.
Application Instructions
Please read all questions carefully and answer honestly to your best ability. You will be contacted if your job qualifications match the needs of our various project teams and locations.
Job Description
We're seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team at Superior Construction! If you have experience operating machinery and a passion for working on impactful projects, apply today.
Depending on your personal goals, Superior Construction will provide you the ability to learn additional skills and advancement, through on-the-job training and external education outlets.
Essential Functions
Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures
Ensure company equipment and materials are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner
Check filters and grease equipment
Observe the distribution of paving material to adjust machine settings or material flow and indicate low spots for workers to add material.
Keep work area and equipment clean by collecting and disposing of scrap and excess materials.
Proactively communicate with foreman, superintendent, and coworkers
Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and the environment.
Competencies
Communication Proficiency.
Diversity and Inclusion.
Results Driven.
Stress Management/Composure.
Teamwork Orientation.
Direct reports
No direct reports.
Work Environment
This is a field-based role. Employees will be working on heavy civil and highway construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
Physical Demands
The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods, and performs physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries objects and uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multilimbed coordination. The employee must have excellent stamina.
PositionType / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. This position will occasionally require long hours and weekend work.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Must adhere to OSHA safety protocol, and work in a drug-free environment.
Must be reliable/have reliable transportation.
2-4 Years of Operating Experience Preferred.
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver’s license before employment.
OUR MISSION AND VISION
We are an American family-owned and operated heavy civil contractor dedicated to providing innovative solutions to help meet the nation’s growing infrastructure needs.
To be America’s preferred heavy civil contractor, expanding our markets and services while staying true to our family-oriented culture and fostering an environment where our employees can prosper.
Our Core Values:
Family
Safety
Integrity
Innovation
Commitment
Empowerment
Equal Opportunity Employer
Upon hire, you will be provided with a copy of your specific job description. Please note job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
THE COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT-WILL.” QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES WHO, BECAUSE OF A PHYSICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENT THAT SIGNIFICANTLY LIMITS A MAJOR LIFE ACTIVITY, REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION SHOULD NOTIFY THEIR MANAGER OR HUMAN RESOURCES.
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Superior Construction provides equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.