Equipment Operator

Job Duties Operate excavators and dozers on heavy civil construction projects in the Richmond, VA area Check all fluids before starting the engine Work as needed on pipe and utility crews, including safely working inside a trench box Work on heavy highway and bridge projects by moving or placing materials Receive written or oral instructions from the supervisor Perform routine maintenance, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning Observe and understand ground markings, hand signals, and grade stakes Operate equipment safely and responsibly Assist crews and perform other requested duties when operator work is unavailable Requirements Prior experience in the position required Experience commensurate with project requirements Minimum five years related experience and/or training Certified or approved by Safety Department or Competent person Must pass practical test Ability to safely climb in and out of equipment Ability to operate equipment using both hands, arms, legs, and foot controls Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds Required close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, and ability to adjust focus Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in operating excavators and dozers for heavy civil construction projects, with a strong emphasis on safety and routine maintenance. Proven ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively within utility crews and on highway and bridge projects. Highest-signal resume keywords Excavator Operation Dozer Operation Heavy Civil Construction Safety Certification Routine Maintenance Hard Skills Excavator Operation Dozer Operation Routine Maintenance Trench Box Safety Material Placement Fluid Checks Ground Marking Observation Hand Signal Understanding Equipment Operation Weight Lifting Soft Skills Following Instructions Team Collaboration Certifications & Qualifications Safety Certification Competent Person Certification Industry Keywords Heavy Civil Construction Highway Projects Bridge Projects Utility Crews Trench Safety #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor