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Applied Construction Solutions
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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.
$57,198 / year median in West Virginia
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Location is TBD Responsibilities Promote the company's safety culture Participate in daily huddles and safety meetings Operate heavy construction equipment including, skid steer, dozer, telescoping forklift, excavator Complete various assignments by SAFELY and efficiently operating and maintaining heavy equipment Conduct operator inspections and perform preventative maintenance checks. (Greasing, checking fluid levels, etc.). Ensure company equipment and material is maintained, kept clean and stored in a safe manner Working outdoors in appropriate safety and protective equipment. Operating a variety of heavy equipment safely via hand signals, radio communication and using occupant safety devices Performing pre-operational checks of equipment as well as basic maintenance on track or rubber tire undercarriage, buckets, and attachments; lubricating equipment components and attachments Completing and maintaining equipment log sheets and reports Performing site planning and setup by assessing jobsite conditions and identifying or selecting appropriate attachments for the work to be done Acquiring and using a knowledge of earthmoving fundamentals (soil characteristics, ground conditions, map reading) as well as relevant health and safety acts, municipal codes and bylaws, natural gas regulations, and the Highway Traffic Act Working cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers Continuously learning about new techniques/equipment in order to operate safely while maintaining productivity Operating around live gas and utilities All other duties as assigned by the site superintendent