Heavy Equipment Operator

Wilks
US - Texas - Burleson
October 9, 2024
Construction

Company Information: Interstate Earthworks, LLC is a Wilks Brothers Company. Wilks Brothers is a multifaceted, family-based partnership headquartered in Cisco, Texas with employees working in offices in Cisco, Willow Park, Fort Worth, Houston, and beyond. We invest in relationships and recognize the value in people, communities, and businesses. Our customers are not a number; they are a name, a family member, a friend. In the good times and in difficult times we treat them all equally - exactly how we want to be treated. We believe that business is not just about profit - it is personal too. At Wilks Brothers, we respect the people that make our business grow: our employees and our customers. Our goal is to develop mutually beneficial partnerships utilizing our core values of: Faith, Integrity, Team, Growth and Loyalty.

Website: ***This position will be on site at our facility located in Lamesa, Tx.We do not offer visa sponsorship for this positionBenefits:

Competitive Compensation Package
Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
401K + Company Match
Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage - 100% Company Paid
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Gym Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Wellness Check Program - Insurance Premium Discounts
EAP Resources
Voluntary Benefit Offerings
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)

Position Summary: The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating a variety of equipment(mainly bulldozer and excavator) used in construction, maintenance, and excavation.

Key Roles / Responsibilities:

Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in excavation and site construction.
Properly follows company safety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the foreman, superintendent, safety director or HR manager.
Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment.
Candidate will possess knowledge of moisture condition, cut grade, and ability to load trucks
Candidate will possess knowledge of cutting and filling grade
Prefer knowledge of GPS

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

Must have at least 3-5 years recent experience in construction as a heavy equipment operator
Must be experienced bulldozer and excavator operator.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent customer service skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
Friendly disposition, personable and professional.
Must work independently and as a member of team.
Recognizes confidential information and maintains it in accordance with standard procedures.
High School diploma or equivalent, preferred
Excavator experience, a must.
Dozer experience, a must.
Roller experience, a plus
Motor Grader experience, a plus
Articulated Truck experience, a plus

Working Conditions:

Bending, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, sitting stand, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, pull, push, climb, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and see and standing (occasionally) for long periods of time.
The essential duties of this position require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying.
Prolonged periods of sitting on a forklift or other warehouse equipment.
Exposure to moderate noise levels, vibrations, and bright lights; and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases; and all climate types including hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, snow, etc.
Able to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, breathing protection, and hard hats when needed.
Able to work under stressful conditions at times.
React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
Must be able to move and lift to 40-pound wooden skid or pallet.
Ability to travel throughout facility as required to conduct safety inspections.
Must be able to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
Must be able to complete tasks even with frequent interruptions.
Must be able to use discretion and independent judgment as needed.
Must be able to speak clearly on the phone and to fellow workers.

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This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and are subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible.

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