Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator Washington, PA Job Details Full-time From $24 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Excavator Outdoor work Heavy equipment operation Driver's License Climbing Dozer Industrial equipment Skid steer loader Full Job Description

• Truck Pay, Per Diem, Most Weekends Off and Travel Pay Included -

Local Work Position:

Heavy Equipment Operator Department:

Operations Location:

Project Based Supervisor:

Superintendent Purpose:

• The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.

Heavy equipment may include:

excavators, rock trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, skid steers, man lifts, and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures

Responsibilities:

• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant industry standards, policies, and site procedures
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored at close of shift
• Advise direct supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Participate in routine maintenance
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• All other duties as assigned by management

Experience:

At least 3 years of dedicated heavy equipment operation experience with specific experience operating excavators, dozers, skid steers, and rock trucks

Skills & Abilities:

Read and interpret site-specific safety plans; may be amended daily Read and interpret equipment operator's manuals Read and interpret load charts for corresponding rigging equipment Operate heavy equipment and/or drive trucks Work in areas of uneven terrain Assist in the training of new or less-skilled Equipment Operators.

Read and comprehend:

site-specific rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS), warning tags, traffic signs and procedure manuals Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. PPE includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done Ability to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically get into and out of equipment through the use of vertical mounted ladders up to and including 10' or more in height Ability to walk on uneven ground and steep hillsides to access equipment, vehicles, and/or supplies Ability to visually see equipment operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses) Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb or sit for long periods of time Ability to complete repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work Ability to work at elevated heights Ability to lift 50 lb. objects as required Ability to carry 50 lb. objects as required Adapt to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure Ability to execute duties in the scope of employment in all-weather conditions Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments and holidays as required

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid driver's license CDL driver's license is preferred MSHA Part 48, preferred OSHA 10 Certification or greater, preferred

Travel:

• Travel is required

EEO :

• Coastal Drilling East, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Excavator:

2 years (Preferred) D6 dozer: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

On the road