Certified Backhoe Equipment Operator

ZTEX Construction is a heavy civil contractor specializing in earthwork, concrete, asphalt paving, underground utilities, and overall project management. We are an El Paso born and raised company, and we are currently an experienced Backhoe Operator, this is not an entry level position. We are searching for someone with proven experience specifically in tight, city streets. If this is you, then apply Now!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operator backhoe / excavator to perform digging, trenching and backfilling activities.
• Follow project plans and instructions from Foreman or Supervisor.
• Safely maneuver equipment in and around cars, trees, job sites, utilities, and other team members.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checks.
• Assist with other tasks as directed by the Foreman or Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment.
• Follow all OSHA, company safety policies and procedures, including use of Stop-Work Authority when necessary.

Requirements

• Have at minimum 2 years' experience of operating Backhoe in city streets.
• Have a full understanding of the line locating requirements, ONE CALL Centers 811
• Be able to use line locating equipment
• Willingness to perform any and all tasks associated with general pipeline maintenance or as directed by Foreman, Supervisor or Customer Personnel
• Be able to communicate orally and written in English

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
• Must be work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements, heat/cold temperatures, wind, rain, blowing dust
• Able to work around moving equipment and tolerate loud noise levels
• Sit, bend, pull up and down from machinery and stoop repeatedly throughout the day
• Able to push, pull and lift 50+lbs
• • Able to walk on rough, rocky and uneven surfaces at construction sites

Additional Qualifying Factors

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical screening. If applicable to the contract, you may also be required to submit through a background check. Must have reliable transportation to/from work and must have a valid driver's license at time of application.

ZTEX Construction Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

We are a drug free workplace.