Heavy Equipment Operator Job at A/Z, North Stonington, CT

  • A/Z
  • North Stonington, CT

Job Description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Equipment Operators use machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at construction sites. They operate equipment that clears and grades land to prepare it for construction of foundations, buildings, power generation facilities, and other structures. They operate excavation and loading machines equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets that dig sand, gravel, earth, or similar materials. In addition to operating bulldozers, they operate trench excavators, mini-excavators, skid steer, and similar equipment. Sometimes, they may drive and control industrial trucks (CDL), forklifts or lulls for lifting materials. They also operate and maintain air compressors, pumps, and other power equipment at construction sites. Tamping equipment operators use machines that compact earth and other fill materials for construction sites. They also may operate machines with interchangeable hammers to cut or break up old pavement or pavement.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Regular attendance at assigned location; may include A/Z office or other project site;
  • Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients;
  • Check to make sure that equipment functions properly;
  • Clean, maintain, and make basic repairs to equipment;
  • Lifting and moving objects and materials at times in excess of 50lbs, intermittently and at times continuously;
  • Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors;
  • Move levers, push pedals, or turn valves to activate power equipment;
  • Drive and maneuver equipment;
  • Coordinate machine actions with crew members in response to hand or audio signals;
  • Layout excavations and structures by means of lasers, transits, benchmarks, off-sets, etc.;
  • Must maintain strict adherence to safety rules and quality;
  • Participate in site housekeeping;
  • Interact with co-workers in an attentive courteous manner;
  • Additional duties as directed by management.


Qualifications

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team;
  • Experience: 5 years of Field Experience, trade school or apprenticeship;
  • Be highly focused on customer satisfaction expectations;
  • Good documentation and record keeping;
  • Preparation of miscellaneous paperwork including time sheets, daily reports and material requests;
  • Understanding of and strict adherence to daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA);
  • Appropriate state certification or license;
  • OSHA 10 certification.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to perform tasks in all aspects of construction sites; ability to climb ladders and crawl as needed; ability to work from aerial lifts; ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

GMP - Aseptic and non-Aseptic Areas and Non GMP Area - Offices spaces

A/Z corporation is an employee owned, tobacco-free, equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other legally protected status

Job Tags

Apprenticeship, Work at office

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