Heavy Equipment Operator

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location
Fort Huachuca

Shift
-not applicable-

Description

Job Summary:

This position is located at the Fort Huachuca Army Base.

The Heavy Equipment Operator will operate heavy machinery for construction, demolition, or excavation projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

Operates construction, excavation, hauling, and maintenance equipment including backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers, excavators, or grade tractors.

Prepares construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation.

Uses excavating machinery to dig holes and trenches used in structural concrete.

Transports tools and other construction equipment to and from construction sites.

Uses equipment to prepare building sites for exterior site concrete such as parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, and loading docks.

Operates machinery used to build bridges, roads, and railroads.

Inspects and fuels vehicle prior to beginning shift.

Performs routine maintenance and repairs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities.

Ability to read building plans related to structural concrete and land grades.

Excellent mechanical skills.

Ability to follow instructions.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.

On-the-job training offered.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery.

Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.

Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains.

Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.

Special Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be able to successfully pass a federal background screening and drug test
• Licenses: If required in the state of Arizona please provide a copy of completed licenses.
• Must have active CDL license.

Pay: $32.19 / hr

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time


This position is currently accepting applications.