Remedial Construction Heavy Equipment Operator III

Job Description

Job Description

ENVIRONMENTAL FIELD SERVICES

1149 Deloss Street Indianapolis IN 46203

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III

JOB SUMMARY

Requires minimum of 20+ years of earth moving equipment operation experience. OSHA HAZWOPER (40 hour) certification is a plus.

This position is performed in a construction environment and involves working around heavy equipment. This role requires frequent travel to client sites in multiple states, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and the ability to safely lift and carry materials weighing between 50 and 100 pounds.

Responsible for performing various aspects of field work related to: Remedial Construction – soil excavation/removal; remediation systems installation; demolition; and clean construction. Includes site grading; site capping; underground storage tank (UST) removals and chemical mixing operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Safely operate excavators, dozers, front end loaders, backhoes, skid steers, etc.
• Load trucks and other job preparation activities; assist others as needed.
• Mobilize to and from project job sites.
• Verify public and private utility locates have been completed and are appropriately marked before performing any work. 
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in the proper manner; maintain in a clean and good working order after each use.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of equipment and machinery to verify safe operating conditions, identify defects or maintenance needs, and promptly report any issues that may affect functionality or safety to the Manager.
• Operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on small equipment and tools, including generators, pumps, saws, and hand tools; assist with moving filled drums, concrete cutting activities, heavy lifting, and dry or wet decontamination of heavy equipment and digging buckets as required.
• Perform daily record keeping and reporting of time/hours billed and expenses.
• Work safely and within EFS standards on safety practices; maintain safety as a top jobsite priority; report all incidents and/or near misses.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as provided by the company; some activities performed in Level C PPE with respirator.
• Maintain a professional and clean appearance.
• Provide great customer service (be personable, respectful, and helpful to clients).

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Recommended:  OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification preferred; training provided if not currently certified.

Required: Experience with deep excavations (10 feet or deeper), including the use of double-stacked trench boxes and other trench protective systems. Must possess a thorough understanding of excavation and trench safety practices and have the ability to perform finish grading with heavy equipment to meet project requirements.

Additional Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and physically capable of operating vehicles safely. This classification requires the use of a personal or company vehicle on company business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.

JOB CONTEXT

90% field work; 75 - 100% travel; overnights 75 - 100%

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Health & Welfare: comprehensive benefits effective on your first day of employment
• Paid Time Off & Leave: generous PTO, including community service time off, 8 paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development: Annual company reimbursement for one professional organization membership, one job-related external training, and one professional license or certification
• Community & Culture: team building activities, social events, and donation of time, service, and resources to local organizations