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Vulcan Materials Company
Class D 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.
$55,184 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Class D Operator Vulcan Materials Company
- 3.
- Perform duties safely, responsibly and proficiently observing all safety and health rules.
- Expected to operate equipment with a high degree of competence, skill and proficiency
- Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and complete daily equipment reports.
- Report unsafe mechanical conditions to supervisor.
- The driver must be able to back up safely and efficiently, properly and accurately locating and positioning the equipment. Critical Competencies
- Communication
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
- Team Player
- Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment.
- Safety Awareness
- Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
- Personal Accountability
- Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others.
- Work Ethic
- Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.
- Self-Development
- Take initiative in continuously improving one's skills, knowledge, and effectiveness to enhance performance and growth.
- Personal Accountability
- Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others. Responsibilities Education
- High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent Experience
- Previous experience operating heavy off road mobile equipment on road constructions jobs Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong understanding of construction site safety practices and procedures.
- Ability to read and understand basic instructions and safety manuals.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience with specific types of construction equipment is a plus. Other Requirements
- OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification.
- Must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
- Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language.
- Will work outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, wet, cold, etc)
- May work in high and/or precarious places or cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions.
- Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift 25 pounds and is required to wear 6 inch, safety toe, and lace-up boots.