About this opportunity
IHC Construction Companies lists this Union Operating Engineer opportunity in elgin, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
IHC Construction Companies, L.L.C., one of Chicagoland's longest established construction firms, is an ENR Top 400 Contractor and a Crain's Chicago Largest Contractor, employing a team of dedicated construction professionals with a broad depth of industry knowledge and expertise. IHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Minorities, Women, People with Disabilities and Veterans to apply.
If you are a Union Operating Engineer seeking employment at IHC, please submit your application (and resume if available); if a position for which you are qualified becomes available on one of our current or future projects, we will contact you. *Please note that IHC is signatory to a collective bargaining agreement that requires all Operating Engineers to be dispatched from the union hiring halls.*
Please Note! Job openings (and the duration of each assignment) in IHC's work force change daily, weekly, monthly, seasonally, based on the needs of each specific project. This posting provides an opportunity for you to apply so we can consider your application, SHOULD AN OPENING FOR WHICH YOU ARE QUALIFIED BECOME AVAILABLE.
THIS POSTING IS NOT AN INDICATION THAT WE ARE DOING MASSIVE OR ONGONING HIRING AT THIS TIME. Please check with your Union Hall for the status of current projects/opportunities in your area.
Please Note! Due to the high volume of applicants, IHC does not accept or return phone calls or emails inquiring about applicant status. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email notifying you that your application has been successfully submitted. The only way to be considered for a current or future position at IHC is by applying through this online application system. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Qualified Candidates are those:
>able to climb, step, walk rough terrain and negotiate equipment entry/exit (may include climbing, reaching, pulling, bending)
>appropriately qualified (including possession of necessary certifications & licenses) to operate equipment for which they've been hired, as well as any associated equipment/instrumentation (such as laser leveling systems)
>capable of reading plans and grades
>experienced in working on complex public work projects
Responsibilities include:
>working with heavy construction equipment to move material, earth, heavy objects (forms, steel, rebar, etc.)
>excavating & grading jobsites for buildings, roads, tanks, underground structures/facilities, etc.
>adhering to safe load limits
Physical demands and tasks include:
>constant motion of traversing various terrains
>full motion of neck for unrestricted vision
>sitting in prone position for long periods of time while using both hands and feet simultaneously for equipment operation
>equipment inspections (may include greasing & fluid checks, changing of equipment accessories, completion of safety logs)
>50 lb. lifting capability of miscellaneous items such as fuel cans, hydraulic oil containers, etc.
Work is to be performed outside in all weather conditions.
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to work all shifts and overtime.
Satisfactory attendance is required.
Benefits:
Per union employee local Health Welfare and Pension Funds.
IHC has a comprehensive program to fulfill its State & Federal requirements to provide a drug-free work environment. All candidates must be willing to submit to drug testing.
Please Note! Job openings (and the duration of each assignment) in IHC's work force change daily, weekly, monthly, seasonally, based on the needs of each specific project. This posting provides an opportunity for you to apply so we can consider your application, SHOULD AN OPENING FOR WHICH YOU ARE QUALIFIED BECOME AVAILABLE. THIS POSTING IS NOT AN INDICATION THAT WE ARE DOING MASSIVE OR ONGONING HIRING AT THIS TIME. Please check with your Union Hall for the status of current projects/opportunities in your area.
Please Note! Due to the high volume of applicants, IHC does not accept or return phone calls or emails inquiring about applicant status. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email notifying you that your application has been successfully submitted. The only way to be considered for a current or future position at IHC is by applying through this online application system. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Worksite address
elgin, IL, 60122, US
Who can apply
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