Heavy Equipment Operator, Bridge Construction

JOB SUMMARYOperate heavy equipment, usually on a bridge construction jobsite. Travel from jobsite to jobsite in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas or Missouri. This job is located in Red Oak, IA. Work Monday to Friday, and some weekends, usually 40-50 hours. Overnight stays may be required at the company's expense.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAttend work as scheduledGet along with othersFollow company handbooks and other instructionsUse and care for tools, equipment and materialsRead and understand equipment manualsADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInspect and maintain equipment to prevent malfunctions or damageOperate the equipment skillfully and safely in conformance with OSHA regulationsCut, sidehill cut, ditch dig, slot doze, backfill, clear and grub and finishDemolish, clear and level jobsites of old bridges, buildings, trees, shrubs, earth, rocks, concrete, etc.Use hydraulic hoses, wedge-pin hitches and cable-operated bladesManeuver the machine by using levers and pedals to raise and lower or tilt the attachmentLower terrain by following grade stakes or hand signalsDetect and adjust defects in equipment and perform minor repairs using grease gun, oil can and hand toolsWork safely by using a bi-directional signal, headache rack/brush guard, seat belt and rollover protectionRead and interpret Safety Data Sheets and container labelsIdentify and communicate safety concerns to management in a timely mannerOperate other equipment and perform other duties as assignedEducation, Experience & CertificationHigh School graduate or G.E.D. preferredValid driver's licenseExperience operating construction equipmentPhysicalNormal range of vision and hearing (with correction)Dexterous use of hands and feetClimb in and out of equipment unassistedEffectively work at heightsWalk, stand, climb, bend, kneel, reach, lift and balanceLift up to 50 pounds on a regular basisWork safely in adverse weather conditions including wind, rain, snow, ice, mud, heat, etc.PI6fa085e4ffb3-25403-40515483