Site Work & Heavy Equipment Operator

 

Job Title: Site Work & Heavy Equipment Operator
Company: Janotta & Herner
Reports to: Director of Construction Operations
FLSA: Hourly

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Position Summary:
The Site Work & Heavy Equipment Operator plays a critical role in preparing construction sites for building projects. This position involves operating a variety of heavy machinery and equipment to perform excavation, grading, trenching, and other site preparation tasks. Install underground utilities with a focus on storm piping systems and associated structures (e.g., catch basins, manholes, culverts). The operator ensures that the ground is properly leveled, compacted, and ready for foundation work, contributing directly to the success and safety of the construction process.

Essential Functions:

1. Perform efficient safe operation of bulldozers, graders, excavators, backhoes, wheel/track loaders, dump trucks, and other equipment in compliance with company policies.
2. Safely move material in a manner which does not endanger personnel or equipment.
3. Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections on equipment and complete necessary forms.
4. Daily maintenance of equipment.
5. Professional interaction with customers.
6. Other duties as assigned.
7. Perform operations with GPS and/or Non-GPS equipment. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• CDL required
• Ability to safely haul equipment and drive loaded dump trucks.
• Ability to drive manual transmission
• Strong knowledge of site work methods, safety practices, and heavy equipment operations
• Experience operating and setting up GPS equipped equipment
• Proficient with setting up and using transit and lasers
• Ability to work from jobsite provided blueprints plans and project documents
• Knowledge of Ohio EPA and SWP3 requirements
• Proven leadership experience 
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor environment, and handle varying weather conditions
• Excellent communication skills

About the Company

JHI Group has two divisions, Janotta & Herner, and Firelands Fabrication.

Janotta & Herner is northern Ohio’s true design/build general contractor, headquarters in Monroeville Oh. Founded by an Architect and a Building Contractor in 1962, Janotta & Herner has embodied true Design Build Construction from the beginning. For more information, please navigate here .

Firelands Fabrication is a 72,000 SF steel fabrication shop located in New London, Oh. Firelands Fabrication is dedicated to meeting all our client’s structural and miscellaneous steel needs on time, on budget and to the highest quality standards in the industry. For more information, please navigate here .

Benefits Overview:
JHI Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with match
• HSA, FSA & Dependent Care FSA