Equipment Operator

Description

Job Description

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.