Heavy Equip Opr

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating a variety of equipment such as front-end loader, dozers, graders, rollers, excavators, dump trucks or other equipment to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage, to landfill site, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks or railcars.

• Comply with Eco Material Technologies Safety Policies and Procedures
  
• Perform pre-operation inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working condition and report any defects or malfunctions to maintenance personnel.
  
• Able to operate different types of equipment such as front-end loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, excavators, dump trucks, vacuum or water truck
  
• Execute tasks related to site preparation, excavation, earthmoving, and material handling according to project plans and supervisor instructions.
  
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including checking fluid levels, lubricating moving parts, and cleaning
  
• Maneuver equipment in confined spaces, around obstacles, and in various weather conditions while maintaining awareness of surroundings and ensuring safety of personnel and property
  
• Load and unload materials using appropriate attachments and techniques to prevent damage or injury
  
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other personnel to coordinate tasks, report progress, and address any issues or concerns that arise during operations
  
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

• Proficiency in operating various heavy equipment (bulldozers, excavators, loaders, graders, etc).
  
• Basic knowledge of machinery maintenance practices for inspection, lubrication and minor repairs
  
• Capacity to deal with problems and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
  
• Works well with others, follows instructions from supervisors and coordinates tasks with coworkers to achieve project goals
  
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
  
• Strong verbal communication skills for conveying instructions, reporting issues, and collaborating with coworkers and supervisors
  
• Demonstrates attention to detail for tasks such as grading, digging, and material handling
  
• Responds promptly to customer needs
  
• Manages time effectively and meets productivity standards
  
• Observes safety and security procedures including using equipment and materials properly and following all safety absolutes
  
• Consistently punctual and reliable
  
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime
  
• Ability to adapt to changing job site conditions, equipment requirements, and project priorities
  

The employee should have the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade
  
• 1 - 2 years' experience in a relevant field
  

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
  
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or out
  
• Prolong standing or sitting in stationary position
  
• Complete repetitive movements
  
• Bend and/or twist
  
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
  
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
  
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions
  
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)
  

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will†relationship.

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