Brevard County Backhoe Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title :                      Operator (Backhoe)

Craft :                            Pipe

Reports to :                  Foreman

Exempt Status :            Non-exempt (hourly)

Position Objective / Description :

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a Backhoe for laying and backfilling water, sewer and storm drain lines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Drives and uses bucket of the backhoe to dig, excavate and move dirt, rock, gravel or combination
• Observes markings on the ground, hand signals and stakes to remove material
• Read and interpret site plans and blueprints, survey markers and stakes
• Locate underground services, such as pipes and wires, prior to beginning work
• Avoid hazards or obstructions to ensure efficient operation of the backhoe
• May be asked to run other equipment, including dozer and loaders
• Maintain cleanliness and good condition of trucks
• Perform minor maintenance to include cleaning, lubricating and refilling equipment
• Check fluid levels and change implements or attachments
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Work closely with ground crew to achieve project objectives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Physical Demands :

Education / Experience :

Work Environment :

Regularly works in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and humidity.  Frequently works near heavy equipment and moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration.  Work may involve exposure to a variety of substances found on construction site such as oil, grease, gasoline, concrete and diesel fuel.  Periodically exposed to fumes, lubricants, airborne particles and dust.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Notes : This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time to meet business needs.  All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively recruiting women and minorities for all open positions.

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