About this opportunity
Kort's Construction Services, Inc. lists this Tier 1 Heavy Equipment Operator opportunity in covington, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Heavy Equipment OperatorEssential Functions:Operating heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner at all times. All safety and maintenance procedures are to be followed.Daily maintenance of assigned equipment, including but not limited to: hydro/motor oil, coolant, turntables, belts, hoses, greasing of all zerk fittings, clean - free of mud, trash, debris both inside and out and fueling of equipment daily.Ability to follow all safety instructionsReport ALL maintenance, repairs or damages to ForemanReport ALL incidents/injuries/complaints, etc., major or minor, to ForemanAbility to perform all job functions of a Light Equipment Operator, Pipe Layer, and General LaborerRequirements:Special Position Requirements:1 year experience of operating heavy equipment (dozer, grader, tractor, large excavator and stabilizer)Ability to load trucks and knock down pilesPhysical Requirements:Requires the mobility to perform vehicle operating duties. The Heavy Equipment Operator has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects. The Heavy Equipment Operator will have to work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold.Special Position Requirements:Access to reliable and punctual transportationAbility to communicate in a helpful and friendly manner with co-workers and managementFast LearnerAssist with training upcoming operatorsSuccess Factors/Job Advancements:Team PlayerTeam ProductivityAccuracy and timeliness of ProjectsAbility to Multi-TaskFlagger CertifiedCPR/First Aid CertifiedOSHA 10TCTLeadership Advancement TrainingPhysical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up more than 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.Mandatory for All Employees and Subcontractors On-Site:Safety Vest - A safety vest is mandatory when performing work in traffic/pedestrian areas.Hardhats - Hardhat use is mandatory on ALL job sites.Hand Protection – Gloves are required to assure hand protection.Foot Protection - Safety shoes are mandatory on all job sites (steel-toe)Eye Protection – Safety glasses are mandatory while working on-site.Always be aware of potential dangers and hazards around you while driving vehicles or operating equipment.Other Motor Vehicles, Other People, Power Lines, Underground Utilities, etc.Failure to follow procedures or company policy will result in disciplinary action, loss of position and/or termination.
Worksite address
covington, LA, 70433, US
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