Heavy Equipment Operator Williams Construction Springfield, MO 65803 This job description provides a baseline explanation of the requirements an employee is expected to meet for the duration they are in this position for Williams Construction. Job title Heavy Equipment Operator Reports to Excavation Manager Job purpose Assist Site Superintendent in completing all work in a safe manner to the quality set forth by the Company and the Project Manager. Duties and responsibilities Minimum five years experience operating heavy equipment. 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. General labor to include demolition, moving materials, and job site clean up Ability to work independently and as a team member Communicate with Site Superintendent and follow directions Other miscellaneous labor tasks as assigned Education and Experience Minimum five years experience operating heavy equipment. High school diploma or GED preferred Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Experience with Topcon GPS preferred Excellent Industry Knowledge preferred Positive Attitude and Communication Able to successfully follow verbal instructions Excellent attention to detail Adapt to change well A Good Team Player CDL Class A or B preferred but not required Working conditions Working conditions at Williams Construction may include normal office conditions. Some positions may include enduring hot weather, standing for extended periods of time on concrete flooring, dirt and lifting heavy objects to waist height and/or above the head. Hire may be required to endure the elements. This could include being out in foul weather. Physical requirements Lift and carry up to 100 pounds up to 30% of the time. When needed wear PPE, maintain a steady pace which may require lifting objects above and/or below the waist. Employee will be required to demonstrate continued knowledge of this position's current regulations and requirements. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas. Employee must meet the requirements of the full job description as stated throughout the duration of employment with Williams Construction. Pay $20-25/hr DOE Travel per diem paid at $160 a day with drive time paid Condition of Employment Successful candidate may need to submit to random and/or DOT drug testing throughout employment and successfully pass a background check. Regional Travel, Monday-Friday required. EEO Statement Williams Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Personnel is selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation in accordance with federal and individual state law.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Overtime Work Location:

In person