Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator safely operates a variety of equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads, highways, parking lots and other large site jobs.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in road, site or highway construction and paving.
• Properly follows company and OSHA safety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the foreman, superintendent, safety director or HR manager.
• Follows daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
• Assists in training new employees performing the maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned.
• Other duties as assigned