Overview:
Herzog Contracting Corp. is currently seeking Equipment Operators in Springfield, VA to join our team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Heavy Equipment experience, preferably Railroad experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred, basic mechanical ability required.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools and hydraulic equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe, efficient use of equipment and tools to perform construction and maintenance tasks.
• The ability to communicate in a professional manner with owners, owner’s representatives, customers and direct supervisor.
• Ability to work a computer or other hand held device for payroll reports, equipment reports, safety and equipment reports and email correspondence.
• Ability to maintain composure and complete work under time pressures.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) the English language.
• Bilingual is a plus.
• Company provides required Personal Protective Equipment including a Safety Boots Allowance Program.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
• Operates and performs operator-level maintenance of several types of heavy equipment including end loaders, backhoe tractors, bulldozers, road graders, and specialized track equipment.
• Operates equipment to plow, move and broom crushed rock ballast, remove or install track components, and to move, grade, level, compact, load, or unload embankment material, vegetation, or trash.
• Performs safety inspections of equipment.
• May work as a member of a crew or independently.
• May work under the direction of a Railroad Track Superintendent or Railroad Track Foreman.
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet)