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POSITION: Equipment Operator DEPARTMENT: Field Production

REPORTS TO: Field Operations Manager CLASSIFICATION: Non- Exempt

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Equipment Operator with a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to join our team in Mirando City, TX. This position is responsible for operating a variety of heavy machinery and commercial vehicles, ensuring safe and efficient job site operations in support of construction, maintenance, and other field services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, skid steers, graders, and dump trucks.
  • Safely drive commercial vehicles to transport equipment, materials, and personnel to and from job sites.
  • Conduct pre-operation inspections to identify mechanical issues or safety hazards.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks such as fueling, lubricating, and cleaning equipment.
  • Load and unload equipment and materials, ensuring secure transport.
  • Follow established work plans and instructions to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
  • Assist in site preparation by clearing debris, grading surfaces, and digging trenches.
  • Monitor equipment during operation to ensure proper functioning and report any malfunctions.
  • Coordinate with supervisors and team members to communicate progress and any issues.
  • Comply with all company policies, OSHA regulations, and Department of Transportation (DOT) standards.
  • Maintain daily logs of equipment usage, hours worked, and incidents.
  • Respond promptly and effectively to emergency situations, including equipment breakdowns or accidents.
  • Participate in safety meetings and actively promote a culture of safety on the job site.
  • Assist in training new operators or drivers when needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Must have a high school diploma, equivalency or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Proven experience operating heavy equipment and commercial vehicles.
  • Strong knowledge of safety regulations related to heavy machinery operation.
  • Ability to perform minor repairs and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Physical ability to handle demanding tasks in various environmental conditions.
  • Strong communication skills and teamwork orientation.
  • Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

SKILLS:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
  • Excellent spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Commitment to workplace safety and following procedures.
  • Adaptability to changing work conditions and job requirements.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Must have a current valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform the following physical activity on a frequent to constant basis:

  • Stand for long periods of time.
  • Lift 40-60 lbs. with or without assistance.
  • Able to quickly move hands, hands together with arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
  • Coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down.
  • Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
  • Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information through verbal communications in person or detect objects in and around job site.
  • Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents; operate various types of machinery and handheld equipment.
  • Walk moderate distances on slippery, even, and/or uneven surfaces.
  • Stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, turn, or crawl.
  • Climb and balance on stairs, metal/wooden beams, ladders, or other structures/elevated areas.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Work primarily at job site performing work in outdoor weather conditions with exposure to extreme cold, heat, and noise depending upon project site; and may also include the following:
  • dust, fumes, chemicals, and/or other harsh/hazardous solvents or disinfectants
  • electrical components, power lines, or other electrical hazards
  • rebar, blades, or other sharp objects/tools
  • high elevations, trenches, or crawl spaces
  • Possible travel locally during the work day between jobsites, although some out-of-area travel may be expected with seldom overnight travel.
  • Work irregular hours to include nights and weekends.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to:

  • Adhere to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
  • Project a courteous, professional and positive approach with clients, subcontractors, employees, and authorizing agencies while providing prompt, efficient, and accurate assistance.
  • Follow and exchange basic instructions, information, and guidelines.
  • Make decisions based on experience or knowledge with minimal supervision.
  • Participate in training and development opportunities offered to maintain related software and safety knowledge.
  • Adhere to and perform functions according to company and OSHA safety guidelines.
  • Maintain regular, timely, and predictable attendance.
  • Represent the company in a professional manner to callers and visitors.
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