Backhoe Operator

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Summary:

The Backhoe Operator is responsible for the operation of crawler or rubber tired tractor with a hydraulic boom with bucket to dig and move road construction material, and assisting with all phases of the grading operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Excavate, load, spread or level dirt, sand, rock and other materials
• Assist in loading trucks and other hauling units
• Assist in maintenance of job site
• Maintain all equipment/tools
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task; properly follow all Company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent preferred
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is required
• Ability to understand and follow instruction; communicate with supervisors, co-workers and the public.

Physical Demands:

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, kneel, walk, talk, see, hear, push, pull, climb, bend and stoop. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, walk (occasionally on rough terrain/in varying weather conditions), climb, use manual dexterity to operate tools used in the course of work, hear sufficient to hear conversations in person and via telephone and radio, and vision sufficient for distance sight and to read diagrams, manual reports, rules, regulations, laws and plans. The employee is occasionally required to reach, push and pull with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Physical dexterity may involve stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions. The employee must be able to maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment and the movement of mobile equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EOE M/F/V/D

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person