Elite Construction Company is seeking a skilled and qualified Heavy Equipment/  Machine Operator to immediately join our growing team.  Applicants must be familiar with all types of heavy equipment including the following types of heavy equipment: Front End Loader, Excavator, Skid Steer, Tractor and Backhoe.  The Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator will serve as an electrical helper and is responsible for working hand-in-hand with skilled electricians on jobsites to assist with trenching, excavating and installing underground electrical system materials into trench or excavation.  Position requires a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience as a heavy equipment operator. Applicant must be able to work 12 hour days 

• Loading and unloading materials & equipment
• Digging trenches, compacting earth and back filling holes
• Operating and tending machinery and heavy equipment
• Working well with construction crews and contractors
• Routine inspection and general maintenance of all equipment

Description:

The company is looking for a full-time skilled heavy equipment operator to operate their equipment in a safe and efficient manner.  Must be dependable, produce quality work, consistently meet deadlines and maintain high levels of productivity.  The company is looking for a confident, experienced, trustworthy operators that takes pride in their work.  This is a 40-plus hour a week position that works in all weather conditions as well as some nights and weekends when required.  

Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of how to operate Excavator, Backhoe, and Skid Steer;
• Perform pre-use safety inspections on equipment and tools;
• Fuel and maintain in good condition equipment and tools;
• Spread dirt in fill areas, load material from stockpiles, excavates and load excavated materials;
• Backfill trenches/excavations;
• Assists in placing and burying underground conduit;
• Apply caution digging around underground utilities and overhead wires;
• Willingness to be flexible with assignments;
• Attend safety and training meetings;
• Follow safety procedures and properly use safety equipment;
• Any other task as required;
• Be able to work overtime when required;
• Must be willing to work hard in all weather conditions; and
• Must be dependable and maintain high levels of productivity.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as Heavy Equipment Operator;
• Strong knowledge of site drawings and plans and specifications, OSHA Trenching requirements, and safety protocol;
• Previous experience in construction, site prep, excavating or similar required;
• OHSA 10 Preferred;
• Verifiable work experience/history;
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation are required; and
• Ability to pass drug and background screening.
• Ability to work as a team player 
• Ability to be at work on time 

Full time position 

40 plus hours/ overtime weekly and weekend work 

Day shift and Night shift and some weekends

12 hour shifts 

$14.50-$16.00