Residential / Commercial Construction - Excavation Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position is for operating heavy equipment used for moving or grading earth, applying concrete, asphalt or other materials or equipment used for tamping gravel, dirt or other materials. The position would primarily work in the residential custom home arena and would be in the front range mountain area and in residential communities in the front range area. The candidate must be reliable with a strong work ethic and able to operate excavators, skid loader, and loaders in mountain terrain and be able to grade to + / -.1 of a foot. A high standard of customer service with attention to detail and safety is important. The candidate will need to operate in a safe and efficient manner following all personal protective equipment (PPE) and process requirements. Travel may be required.

ACTIVITIES / TASKS / SCOPE

• Keep work area clean, orderly and safe
• Perform minor maintenance and adjustments on equipment
• Understand the use of equipment in various jobs such as : trenching, excavating, loading, leveling, rough grading and finishing
• Become familiar with digging plans and with efficient and safe digging procedures
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes or other markings when operating machines to work can be performed to specifications
• Operate machinery to perform activities such as backfilling excavations, vibrating or breaking rock or concrete
• Move materials over short distances
• Other duties as assigned

INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

CERTIFICATION / OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.