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Oyamacor Inc.
Heavy Equipment Operator
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What they do
An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$53,254 / year median in Georgia
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Heavy Equipment Operator Oyamacor Inc. Peachtree Corners, GA Job Details Full-time $25 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Interpersonal skills Heavy equipment operation Soil sampling Concrete pouring Restoration Employee relationship building Site remediation Driver's License Loading Cleaning Working on construction projects Stakeholder relationship building Construction hauling Full Job Description
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Job description: This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of many types of heavy equipment, along with assisting the team with on the ground construction, safe and efficient operation of equipment in the execution of environmental emergency and storm response projects. The project work will be directed by the project Site Superintendent.IMPORTANT NOTE
This job is 80% equipment operation and 20% assisting with ground labor functionsJOB REQUIREMENTS
- 2 years of previous experience working in construction environment.
- 75% to 100% travel required - Ability to work at job sites throughout the state of Georgia (per diem paid for qualified weekly travel expenses)
- Experience with a variety of construction equipment.
- Load out rock, or soil into trucks for disposal, using heavy equipment.
- Knowledge of applicable environmental sampling protocol for soil, oil and concrete.
- Locating, identifying, cleaning and restoring land that has been contaminated by an oil spills/and diesel fuel.
- Pour and or demolish concrete.
- 40-hour
HAZWOPER
certification is a plus but not required.- Valid Driver's License required.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass drug screen.
- Ability to lift 50 Ibs.
- Judgment skills necessary to make decisions, solve problems and implement solutions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various types of heavy equipment.
- Flexibility to both operate equipment (80%) and perform ground labor functions (20%)
- Drive motor vehicle or large truck in performance of duties.
- Possess and maintain a valid DOT driver's license to include being cleared as a legal DOT driver certified to operate equipment.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions--extreme heat, cold, dry, or wet environment.
- Maintain safety and operating standards and requirements at all times.
- Recognize and control hazardous working conditions and unsafe practices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge and experience in an emergency and storm response environment
- Knowledge of waste handling and disposal
- Ability to prioritize and perform multiple assignments
- Proven ability to work with others to achieve common goals- team player
- Excellent customer service skills
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
- Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with Oyamacor's culture of - Integrity, Loyalty and Trust
- Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment
- Self-directed with strong initiative
- Desire and ability for continued career growth and upward potential
- Internal and external relationship building qualities