POSITION SUMMARY

This position operates heavy equipment for the purpose of construction, demolition, and/or excavation.  

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Operates heavy equipment machinery such as:  skid steer, backhoe (front and rear bucket), excavator (mini and large), telehandler, roller compactor, dozer, and trac loader.
• Prepares equipment and conducts routine inspections prior to operation to ensure it is safe and in working condition.
• Identifies and addresses potential safety hazards.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and regulations.
• Utilize site level, laser level and grade rod.
• Read and interpret prints and civil, structural and underground utilities.
• Plan excavation and spoils management operations.
• Excavate footings, trenches, mass foundations and grade for site development, land clearing, building pads, ditches, retention basins, etc.

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QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1-3 years of related experience
• Self-starter and customer focused
• Good communication and organization skills

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WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 75% sitting, 10% walking, and 15% standing. The job is performed outdoors, indoors and in various geographic locations.

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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.