Find & Apply For Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Lovelock, Nevada

PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of the Heavy Equipment Operator is to excavate and move diatomaceous earth, dirt, rock, sand and other raw materials

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fluidly and effectively move machine, create and move stockpiles and an ability to dig, lift, swing and dump contents of shovel into truck, car, conveyor, hopper or stockpile
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment, follow all traffic rules on and off the company property
• Meet and exceed productivity standards in a timely manner and adapt to changes in the work environment
• Specific vision abilities required including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with Supervisor to receive instructions
• Inspect equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water
• Assist in performance of emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains, etc.
• Inspect equipment for defects before, during and after shifts and submit report indicating equipment condition
• Follow all federal and state safety regulations and company safety policies/procedures
• Keep the equipment clean and presentable
• Perform equipment maintenance as required
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both written and verbal in the English language when performing the job requirements III. The ability to work with a high degree of autonomy;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Possess an excellent operation and safety record
• Consistently at work and on time; meet schedules and deadlines on time
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Can work any shift
• Aptitude for Heavy Equipment Operation

V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

(Check box if applicable and note how often throughout the day) ? Lifting (include weight): Occasionally up to 50 lbs. ?

Reaching:

Multiple times each day

Crawling:

__N/A___________________________ ?

Standing:

Up to 4 hours per day ?

Walking:

Up to 4 hours per day ?

Sitting:

Up to 12 hours per day ?

Range of Motion:

Twisting occasionally during day ?

Climb/Balance:

Multiple times each day ?

Bend/Stoop/Kneel:

Occasionally during the day

Other:

Wear a respirator, safety glasses, safety boots and hard hat up to 12 hours per day.