1015 - Operator Equipment - Heavy 2

Overland Contracting - Ridgeland, MS

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Ridgeland, MS

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Heavy Equipment Operator 2 position at Overland Contracting involves operating various types of power construction equipment to excavate, move, and grade materials according to project specifications. The role requires a strong understanding of equipment operation, safety protocols, and maintenance procedures, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate gasoline, diesel, pneumatic or electric powered equipment to move objects or material according to project specifications.
• Assemble and operate compressors and pumps; operate levers and pedals on assigned equipment to lower bucket or scoop up material and to lift, swing, or dump material.
• Perform light maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines.
• Document maintenance logs on assigned equipment and perform daily inspections of equipment.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, crawler tractors, shovels, graders, or related equipment.
• Check fuel supplies at sites to ensure adequate availability.
• Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks or to distribute and level earth or terrain.
• Calculate slopes and grades of materials and have a working knowledge of trenching and excavating requirements and regulations.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested, ensuring zero injuries.
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.

Requirements

• 3+ years or 6,000 hours of working experience as an equipment operator.
• Strong working knowledge of the operating and rigging crafts.
• Working knowledge of the operating limitations and safe work practices associated with each piece of equipment being operated.
• A copy of the executed Medical Examiner's Certificate must be on file before any operation begins.
• Commercial driver's license is required when the equipment will be operated on public roads.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice-to-haves

• NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations
• NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction
• NCCER Rigger
• NCCER Site Layout

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Wellness program
• Vendor discounts
• AD&D insurance
• Pre-taxed accounts
• Voluntary legal plan
• Identity theft and credit monitoring services
• B&V Credit Union