Heavy Equipment Operator-Loader/Backfill Pate Construction Co Inc - 2.9 Pueblo West, CO Job Details Full-time $24 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Performing regular vehicle safety checks High school diploma or GED Driver's License Construction experience Full Job Description Job description Pate Construction Co. is a family owned and operated Underground Utilities Construction Company, with more than 50 year history of quality-minded, experienced leadership and a highly skilled, long term labor force. We have built our business with a solid commitment to providing a safe working environment and well maintained equipment. Must be able to interview in person in our Pueblo West Office. Experience in Underground Utility, Water & Sewer Mainline functions. We currently have immediate openings for Loader/Backfill operators. Candidates must know how to perform a safety inspection to verify equipment is safe to operate. Communicate any concerns or improperly operating equipment to foreman, superintendent or equipment manager.

•Adhere to all Safety regulations and protocols at all times Recognize and understand Utility locate marks and signs Operate machine according to company and manufacture standards Communicate clearly with ground personnel and supervisors to avoid hazards, utilities, and unseen or unknown complications Must be able to operate with precision and in tight areas at times, maintaining full awareness of surroundings Clean cab and undercarriage daily Assist in setting line / grade of excavation if necessary Be able to recognize changing ground conditions Assist in restoring the excavation site back to original condition Assist ground employees and other equipment operators as needed to ensure a quality product. Pre-employment drug testing - When the Company decides to hire an applicant, the applicant will be notified about the drug testing policy and asked to consent to drug tests in writing as a condition of employment. If the applicant returns a positive test result or refuses to consent, the Company may withdraw the offer. Pate Construction Co. Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer in all employment actions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, sexual preference, veteran status or disability

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

: Must possess and maintain a valid State issued Driver's License. Able to receive and maintain a favorable Local Background Check (LBC), National Agency Check (NAC) and negative drug screen as applicable to the position requirements, current and future.

EDUCATION

: High school diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

: 3-5 years with underground utilities.

SECONDARY DUTY

: Other duties as assigned by the Foreman and / or

Superintendent Job Type:

Full-time Salary:

$24.50 - $30.19 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) w/ Company Match Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance/

Short Term Disability Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability

Experience:

Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

Southern Colorado Region