Heavy Equipment Operator

Position:         Equipment Operator (Excavator, Skid Steer, Telehandler)

Company:       Loenbro Industrial Services

Reports To:     Job Foreman    

Location:         Thompson Falls, MT

Do you want to work for an industry leading, growing, diversified employer who believes in acting, doing what we say, leading by example, doing the right thing, and practicing stewardship? Loenbro is a leader in the industrial services space who strives to be more than just a contractor to our customer, but a business partner who provides superior quality and service. This is your opportunity to work for a great employer who puts employees and their customers first.

We have worked hard to build and maintain our reputation and are looking for hard-working, conscientious, and motivated individuals to join our team. We encourage you to visit our website at www.loenbro.com to learn more about our organization and who we are.

Position Overview: Loenbro is looking for an experienced heavy equipment operator to join our team. We are looking for experienced people who can operate track hoe, skid steer, telehandler for a variety of construction projects. This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment, preparing job sites, performing basic maintenance on machinery, and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines.

Please attach a resume with related job experience as well as current safety certificates held and complete the following position application. We are looking for experienced dozer, blade, and hoe operators for a variety of projects.

Job Duties:

• Perform daily inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety.


• Perform light maintenance on equipment as required to ensure optimal performance.


• Adhere to all safety regulations to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.


• Submit daily reports detailing equipment status, work progress, and any issues encountered.


• Operate a diverse range of heavy equipment to support project needs and ensure efficient completion of tasks.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills / Qualifications:

• PEC certificate holders are preferred.


• Highschool Diploma or GED required.


• 3+ years of operating heavy equipment experience required.


• Basic mechanical knowledge and skills.

 Essential Requirements:

• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights).

• Working outside most of the time with potential exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.


• Working in manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environments.


• Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels.


• Safely working on limited working surfaces.


• The use of X-ray machines.


• Use of respirator if position requires.


• Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors.


• Exposure to areas with limited visibility.


• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time for required tasks.


• Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of two miles per day.


• Potential or periodic amounts of time for the following:




• Sit, stoop, crawl, stand, and kneel.

• If driving is required, a valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

Benefits

• Personal Time Off (PTO).


• Health Benefits: All employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.


• 401(k) Retirement: The Company provides a 100% match of the first 4% of employees’ contribution each year, to the plan. Eligibility is immediately following 90 days of employment.

 We are “Leading the Change” in the Energy Services Industry. Our growth and successes have not changed who we are. We live our core values every day.

WE TAKE ACTION
WE DO WHAT WE SAY
WE LEAD BY EXAMPLE
WE DO THE RIGHT THING
WE PRACTICE STEWARDSHIP

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.