Operator

SUMMARY Operates a Backhoe/Hydraulic Excavator (3/4 yard and over), Crane, End Loader (3 yards and over), Motor Patrol (Finish), Pile Driver, and/or a Dragline in the process of clearing and grubbing; soil excavation and grading, pipelines and roadway construction, mining, quarrying, plant operation, concrete construction, and construction of miscellaneous buildings or other structures. Has strong working knowledge of capabilities and limitations of assigned equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Fastens attachments to machine with clevis, wedge pin hitches, bolts, etc. Connects hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or power takeoff shaft to machine to provide power to raise, lower, or tilt attachment. Moves levers and depresses pedals to maneuver machine and raise, lower, and/or tilt attachments, buckets, or other machine parts. Drives equipment in successive passes over terrain to raise or lower terrain to specified grade following markings on grade stakes or hand signals. Maneuvers machine and bucket, or attachments, to load trucks, hoppers, or bins. Monitors gauges and control panel indicators to avoid engine overheating, loss of oil pressure, etc. Listens for uncharacteristic sounds that could indicate machine stress or failure. Uses ladders, step holes, hand grips, and steps to mount and dismount equipment. Greases, oils, and performs other maintenance or minor repairs on machine. Follows manufacturer's procedures for operation, maintenance, and safety. Keeps floor boards, stepping areas and hand holds free of trash, grease, rags or other obstructions that hinder operation. Assists as required in general labor work, i.e. shoveling, raking, etc. Adheres to all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, etc. including but not limited to the Safety Manual, the Employee Handbook, and the Fleet Safety Manual. Answers directly to Foremen, Superintendents, Corporate Officers, or others given authority by the company.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE A

minimum of 2 years experience in the respective phase of construction or other company operation. A minimum 1 year experience operating and a thorough knowledge of the capabilities, limitations, and safety features of the respective equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bend at the waist, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.