Operator - Backhoe/Trackhoe/Excavator

Operator - Backhoe/Trackhoe/Excavator at King Asphalt Operator - Backhoe/Trackhoe/Excavator at King Asphalt in Burgaw, North Carolina Posted in about 9 hours ago.

Job Description:

Purpose:

Performs duties to operate the rubber tire backhoe or track hoe in safe and efficient manner to perform grading and excavation work.

Job duties:

Check all fluid levels at the beginning of engine startup for the day, monitor gauges and fluid levels throughout the day during operation. Monitor the operation of the hoe throughout theworkday maintain an awareness of unusual noises or operations and bring any exception of the attention of the supervisor. Perform light mechanical adjustments and/ or assist mechanic in performing repairs on assigned equipment, assist with the lubrication and fueling of the hoe. The ability to perform a variety of tasks which may include cleaning or cutting ditches, fine grading, shaping subgrades, base materials back filling laying pipe, loading trucks and hoisting. The ability to make cuts in the area of known utilities without causing damage to the underground utility, wok boom and bucket around overhead lines without causing damage. The ability to operate the hoe in a manner to assure the safety of personnel around the equipment. The ability to operate the hoe in a manner to prevent damage to the equipment or injury to the operator. The ability to operate the hoe around structures, tools and equipment so not to damage the structures tools, or equipment, closely monitor the position of the boom and bucket so as to not damage surrounding structures. Keep hoe clean and in orderly condition, keep tracks on trackhoe clean. Follow all safety rules and company policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge:

Use of reading and writing, adding, andsubtracting of whole numbers;following of instructions; use of fixed gauges. Reading instruments and similar devices where interpretation is required,

Experience:

Over 1 year and up to 3 years to become familiar with the operation of the hoe to obtain desired results. King Asphalt, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. To see other positions, click here.