Class B Equipment Operator

Responsibilities: Skilled, trained, and qualified to operate more than one type of heavy equipment piece such as a roller, forklift, bulldozer, backhoe, grader, front-end loader, end dump, etc. Experience with heavy equipment operations involving mass excavations; clearing and grubbing; backfilling and compacting; excavating and pipe laying; and construction and maintenance of embankments, berms, and dikes. This experience shall include working on slopes. Demonstrated the skills of a rough grade operator (tolerance of 1/2 of a foot or better) on at least one piece of equipment. If an excavator operator, skilled at safely and efficiently loading trucks, both on and off road. Demonstrates some skills in using GPS systems to achieve grades above Skilled at the practice of operating safely on worksites according to OSHA and Moretrench safety protocols and requirements. Note that all job site locations are remote and temporary, so a form of transportation is required Valid Florida driver’s license, or the equivalent.

Qualifications: Works under the direction of the Lead Operator, Earthwork Foreman, Earthwork Superintendent, and/or other designated project leads. Follows and maintains safe operating procedures and protocols for all equipment operation and field activity in accordance with Moretrench safety policy and OSHA requirements. Ability to safely perform physical duties associated with operation of Moretrench heavy equipment including but not limited to bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, handling, climbing into and out of, and around heavy equipment. Ability to work safely in a wide variety of climatic conditions and job site environments commonly found at Moretrench job sites. All operators should have the ability to recognize site hazards or hazardous conditions and take responsibility to keep equipment and personnel out of potentially hazardous conditions or areas Performs daily greasing and fluid checks and assumes responsibility for the maintenance and safe operation of any and all assigned pieces of equipment. Inspects assigned equipment prior to each use; and makes appropriate, accurate, and timely entries into the operator’s checklist / equipment log for each piece of equipment operated. Immediately, reports any equipment damage, maintenance problems or concerns, or safety issues to the Foreman and/or Superintendent. Follows direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent to overcome issues with changing and/or unforeseen field conditions, or project scope.

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery. Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary. Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains. Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.