Heavy Civil Construction Equipment Operator at Rangeline Group

Fort Worth, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Oct, 26

Salary

33.0

Posted On

05 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation, Excavation, Backfilling, Grading, Preventative Maintenance, Spatial Awareness, Safety Compliance, Blueprint Reading, Loading Materials, Equipment Inspection

Industry

Utilities

Description

Heavy Civil Construction Equipment Operator Department: Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: Fort Worth, TX Reporting To: Darin Taylor Compensation: $23.00 - $33.00 / hour Description The Heavy Equipment Operator will take on the vital responsibility of executing tasks related to operating heavy equipment, with a focus on excavation, backfilling, and loading. They will work diligently, both independently and collaboratively, adhering to established procedures and guidelines. Daily equipment inspections and compliance with safety standards are of utmost importance. This role also requires a keen awareness of safety requirements, as it involves working in a dynamic construction environment with various physical challenges. The Heavy Equipment Operator will be required to work under various weather conditions to ensure that safety remains a top priority. Key Responsibilities •Operates heavy equipment (backhoes, bulldozers, skid steer loaders, trenchers, etc.) usedin building construction, landscape construction, and utilityexcavation/installation/maintenance projects. •Observes and examines colored flags and ground markings indicating the location ofunderground utilities and structures. •Excavates to dimensions as specified by construction drawings, sketches, grade markers,and/or verbal instructions. •Performs backfilling and grading operations to specified grade. Loads flatbed truck, dumptruck, or pickup truck with excavated soils or building materials such as stone, sand,aggregate, or asphalt. •Drives crew truck and tow trailer to transport tools, crew, and equipment to the site. •Performs preventative maintenance such as general equipment cleaning, checking fluidlevels, lubrication, maintaining tire pressures, and changing implements or attachments. •Performs other grounds maintenance tasks as assigned. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: •Knowledge of heavy equipment used in excavation, backfilling, and loading operations,including their capacities and physical limitations. •Proficiency in operating various equipment, such as wheel or crawler-type backhoes, large and small tractors, skid steer loaders, trenchers, grader blades, flatbed trucks, pickup trucks, hand and portable electric tools, with the ability to excavate and move materials precisely. •Spatial awareness to understand your location in relation to the environment and the position of other objects. •Capacity to work safely and efficiently in the role. Minimum Requirements: •Education: High school diploma or GED. •Experience: Five years heavy equipment operation. •Certifications/Licenses: OSHA 30 preferred, minimum OSHA 10 preferred. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities

The operator is responsible for executing excavation, backfilling, and loading tasks using heavy machinery for construction and utility projects. They must also perform daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure safety and operational efficiency.