Utility Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

• This position is located at Erhard, MN. Relocation or Commute Required
• We are looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION :

This position requires the ability to operate a variety of utility equipment such as backhoes, cable plows, dozers, directional drills, etc. Must perform all general laborer duties as needed.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

1.) Operate a variety of equipment in a safe & productive manner

2.) Maintain tools and equipment

3.) Hand dig to locate utilities

4.) Load and unload equipment from trailer

5.) Assist in maintaining onsite equipment

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

1.) Out of town travel as required

2.) Ability to work in adverse weather conditions

3.) Ability to lift 50 lbs.

4.) Ability to kneel, squat, bend and twist as needed

5.) Must have a current valid driver's license / CDL preferred

MACHINE / TOOLS USED :

Various trailers, Dozers, Skid Steer Loader, Compressors, Directional Drill, Other tools / equipment as needed

TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS :

Previous experience in operation of equipment preferred

Daily instructions and directions from the company's foreman / supervisor Continuous equipment training from an experienced company foreman / equipment operators (when required)

Continuous vehicle training from an experienced company foreman / equipment operators (when required)

Knowledge of company's policies and procedures

Participate in weekly toolbox meeting

BENEFITS THAT RIPLEY'S OFFERS :

Above average pay, with weekly overtime scheduled

Weekly Paid Travel time

Daily Per Diem paid for overnight travel

Company provided transportation to various job locations

Company paid lodging

Company pays 100% of Health Insurance Premiums after 60 days of employment

SEP retirement contributions and production bonuses based on Company profitability

ESST / PTO provided

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