Heavy Equipment Operator - Pioneering Steep Slopes

Job Description

Job Description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at

POSITION SCOPE

The Heavy Equipment Operator must be able to operate a skid steer, loader, dozer, crusher, or excavator according to project specifications. The individual will be responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment daily. Job site includes working on mountainous terrain, pioneer mountains, steep rocky terrain.

Must have pioneering experience on steep-slope operations, extreme grade pioneering!

This position does require working nights and weekends, may also require travel.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals
• Assist with setup and tear down of plants
• Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment as required or directed by supervisor
• General housekeeping of equipment and plants daily or as directed by supervisor
• Individuals must be able to lift objects weighing 80 lb. on a regular basis
• The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary
• Perform all duties within safety guidelines set up by M.S.H.A. and company policy
• Perform pre-shift inspections on equipment prior to startup
• Safety, Safety, Safety - comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• 3 Years of experience working on mountainous terrain, pioneer mountains, steep rocky terrain
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Able to operate equipment efficiently to maintain project specifications
• Must have pioneering experience on steep-slope operations, extreme grade pioneering
• Mechanical knowledge of equipment and being able to perform routine maintenance
• Basic knowledge of welding and using a cutting torch
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy is required
• MSHA part 46 and/or part 48 or willingness to obtain certification - company will pay for certification
• Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, rain, and snow
• Work well in a team environment
• Travel will be required

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

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