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Equipment Operator – Utilities

$25.00 - $40.00/hour

Field Positions

Job Description:

Iron Woman is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to operate various heavy equipment associated with construction projects. The Operator must understand and demonstrate the safe operation of assigned equipment, work safely around additional equipment, and use judgment and experience to make rational and safe decisions within the purview of their assigned authority, all based on changing operation conditions.

Job Details:

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

  • Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading.
  • Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
  • Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.
  • Install underground sewer, water, & storm drain in trench
  • Excavating and/or backfilling utility trenches
  • Operating a loader to move pipe & fittings and manage bedding stockpiles
  • Some heavy lifting and labor

Schedule:

  •  10 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.

Work Requirements

  • Must have minimum 5 years’ experience installing sewer, water, & storm drain for equipment operators.
  • Field labor positions are entry level.
  • Ability to operate multiple pieces of equipment including backhoe, trackhoe & loader.
  • Previous heavy equipment operation experience or training is highly preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
  • Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Valid Driver’s License is required
  • Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
  • Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
  • Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.
  • Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work.
  • Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Why Work at Iron Woman Construction, LLC?

  • We offer a competitive salary; benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and holiday pay. This is a full-time 40 hours per week position.
  • We are big community supporters; provide a fun, collaborative work environment, where growth potential is available.
  • The Iron Woman Culture=Operational Excellence; Diversification & Integration; Cohesive Team!

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Why Work at Iron Woman?

We offer a competitive salary; benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and holiday pay. This is a full-time 40 hours per week position.

We are big community supporters; provide a fun, collaborative work environment, where growth potential is available.

The Iron Woman Culture=Operational Excellence; Diversification & Integration; Cohesive Team!