Heavy Equipment Operator - LA

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment and machinery to support the construction, maintenance, and operations of our facilities and projects. This role requires a strong foundation in equipment operation, a keen eye for safety, and a commitment to meeting deadlines and project goals.

Duties

Excavations / trenching inside closed landfills for landfill gas collections and leachate systems is a plus.

Must be flexible and willing to work overtime as needed.

• Ensures equipment is in good working order, at all times.
• Must possess skill, coordination, and awareness to operate heavy equipment in a safe manner with precision and efficiency.
• Able to slope or bench an excavation.
• Able to read and understand cut and fill stakes in order to align and position equipment appropriately.
• Willingness to operate heavy equipment for long periods with continuous attention to detail and safety.
• Observe and follow all applicable safety requirements.
• Maintain consistent communication among field crew members by use of hand signals or radio to align and position heavy equipment properly.
• Confirm necessary precautions have been taken to ensure no conflicts exist with both above and below-ground utilities.
• All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Skills

A positive attitude and willingness to take direction.

License / Certification :

Ability to Commute :

Requirements

Education / Training :

Job Types : Full-time, Contract

Pay : $35.00 - $37.00 per hour

Benefits : Benefits

Industry Standard Benefits