Heavy / Highway Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Summary :

Caracas Construction is seeking a Heavy / Highway Equipment Operator to run heavy construction equipment on its' roadway construction sites. The operator will run a variety of equipment through the course of a project, including, but not limited to : rubber tired excavators, track excavators, loaders, skidsteers, backhoes, rollers, and graders. Operators must be safety conscious, quick thinking, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Type of Work :

Trenching and backfilling for Water Pipes, Sewer Pipes, Drain Pipes. Excavation and grading for sidewalks, curbs, roadways.

Reports To :

Foreman and Site Superintendent

Responsibilities :

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment to achieve production goals.
• Work in conjunction with laborers to accomplish tasks.
• Able to understand and work within the boundaries of a roadway traffic setup.
• Ensure equipment is kept clean and properly lubricated.
• Excavating and grading roadway and sidewalks.
• Trenching and backfilling for pipeline installation.
• Handling, placing, and removing heavy objects such as concrete structures, trench boxes, and steel plates.
• Ability to operate with various attachments, including hammers, rammers, and various buckets.

Requirements :