Skid Steer Operator

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Skid Steer Operator to join our Team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating skid steer loaders and will be responsible for a variety of tasks including site preparation, material handling, and general maintenance. The Skid Steer Operator must adhere to all safety protocols, effectively communicate with team members, and ensure the efficient completion of projects.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safely operate skid steer loaders to perform tasks such as lifting, loading, and moving materials.
• Use various attachments (e.g., buckets, forks, augers) to accomplish different tasks.
• Prepare sites by clearing debris and grading the ground.
• Maintain equipment, ensuring it is clean, fueled, and functioning properly.
• Load and unload materials from trucks or other transportation vehicles.
• Transport materials around the job site.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and report any issues or malfunctions.
• Coordinate with other workers and supervisors to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Communicate effectively regarding progress, issues, and any necessary adjustments.
• Maintain logs or reports of equipment usage, maintenance, and any incidents or issues encountered.
• Stay updated on new equipment, attachments, and techniques.
• Participate in training sessions and certifications as required.
• Assist with other tasks as needed.

Qualifications (Experience, Education & Certifications, Key Attributes):

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Thorough operational knowledge and skills of related equipment to be operated
• MUST have 3 years previous experience.
• Pass pre-employment screen and criminal background check
• Be willing to work holidays, weekends and overtime as needed S
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas
• Great attention to detail and stress tolerance
• 2-5 years experienced as skid steer operator or any related job in a construction or mining industry

Physical Requirements :

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Constantly
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

Physical Demands :

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Standing
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions :

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Constantly
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Constantly
• Hazardous conditions: Occassionally
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Constantly
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally
• Office environment: Rarely

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.