Heavy Equipment Operator (OGDEN)

Position Description

SALARY/ PAY: $25.00 - $29.00 HOURLY (Wage determined by experience verified by references andupon completion of interview).
REPORTSTO: Project Manager, Jobsite Foreman, & Office Management.


SUMMARY/ ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS
(HeavyEquipment Operator role, mainly but not limited to;)
The HeavyEquipment Operator position reports directly to the Jobsite Foreman and ProjectManager daily.
• A HeavyEquipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as loadersand excavators while supporting a pipe crew and/or miscellaneous grading andearthwork projects.
• Candidate is expectedto communicate with the jobsite foreman, crews, and project manager to carryout tasks on the job and ensure jobsite safety of each individual working.
• At thebeginning of each day the Heavy Equipment Operator is expected to inspectequipment and ensure it is in good working condition and safe to run. Whilealso ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of company provided vehicle,and/or equipment.
• An idealcandidate has familiarity with "Blue Stakes" & what the various coloredmarkings are for each utility.

REQUIREDSKILLS
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, andmemos.
• Abilityto apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolvedwritten or oral instructions.
• Abilityto read, understand, and interpret plans / blueprints.
• Abilityto safely operate all types of heavy equipment used on jobsites.
• Must beliterate with smart phones & tablets as they are used for clocking in, andout each day.
To performthis job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essentialduty satisfactory. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individualswith a disability to perform the essential functions.
EXPERIENCE
• Must havea minimum of 2-3 years' experience in operating heavy machinery (excavator,loader, etc.)
• Must havea minimum of 1 year experience in grading, earthwork, and/or undergroundutility construction.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. continuously throughout the day.
• Competency and awareness of surroundings to identify safety hazards.
• Employeeis regularly required to sit, climb, talk, hear, and use fingers.
• Exposureto hot outdoor temperatures for up to 10 hours a day, along with directsunlight.
• Exposureto cold weather and snowy conditions in the winter months.

EXPECTATIONS This is a FULL-TIME position. Working hours will varydepending on the season, job site, and demand of work. Overtime is required andvaries depending on the demand of work. Attendance is an essential function ofthis job. A successful candidate will have reliable transportation to andfrom the jobsite daily.

BENEFITS
After 60 consecutive days of employment:
• Company Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Health, Dental, & Vision insurance.
• PaidHoliday's
After1 YEAR of continuous employment:
• Paid Vacation
• 401K Plan Company Match Up To 5%

$500SIGN ON BONUS PAID AFTER 120 DAYS OF CONTINUOUS EMPLOYMENT!

Kapp Construction provides equal employment opportunities toall employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination andharassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws.


This policy applies to all terms andconditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation andtraining.

The job description aboveis not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,duties and/or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties,responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at anytime with or without notice.

Type: Full-time