Residential /Commercial Construction - Excavation Equipment Operator

Job Description Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.The position is for operating heavy equipment used for moving or grading earth, applying concrete, asphalt or other materials or equipment used for tamping gravel, dirt or other materials. The position would primarily work in the residential custom home arena and would be in the front range mountain area and in residential communities in the front range area. The candidate must be reliable with a strong work ethic and able to operate excavators, skid loader, and loaders in mountain terrain and be able to grade to +/-.1 of a foot. A high standard of customer service with attention to detail and safety is important. The candidate will need to operate in a safe and efficient manner following all personal protective equipment (PPE) and process requirements. Travel may be required.ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPEKeep work area clean, orderly and safePerform minor maintenance and adjustments on equipmentUnderstand the use of equipment in various jobs such as: trenching, excavating, loading, leveling, rough grading and finishingBecome familiar with digging plans and with efficient and safe digging proceduresObserve hand signals, grade stakes or other markings when operating machines to work can be performed to specificationsOperate machinery to perform activities such as backfilling excavations, vibrating or breaking rock or concreteMove materials over short distancesOther duties as assignedINDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIESWork StandardsContinuous ImprovementInitiating ActionAdaptabilityContributing to Team SuccessManaging Work (Time Management)CommunicationEDUCATION/EXPERIENCEHigh School Degree Must be at least 18 years old10+ years of experience of heavy equipment operation on residential job sites· General knowledge of plan reading and grade stakes· General knowledge of structural excavations and backfill· General knowledge of water and sanitary utilities including septic systems· Operate and maintain equipment· Must be willing to do the labor groundwork as well as operate equipment· Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportationCERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMechanical knowledge of machines and toolsMathematicsOperation monitoringControl precisionDepth perceptionManual dexterityReaction timeCoordinationPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend, walk, climb ladders, reach, grasp, push/pull, twist, and lift heavy objects (50 lbs.)Safe negotiation of uneven terrain in various weather conditionsAbility to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to communicate, see close and at distances, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus effectively verballyWORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. xaygatp Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.