Heavy Equipment Operator

Warfel Construction is currently hiring for a full-time position as a Heavy Equipment Operator. This position reports directly to our Superintendent, in addition to our Special Projects Manager, and will require strict adherence to all Warfel safety rules and regulations, including any site-specific necessities.

Standard work hours are M – F, beginning at 7:00 AM through 3:30 PM with a 30-minute lunch. Occasional Saturday work and overtime may be required. Travel to and from the jobsite varies; reliable transportation is required. This position does require the ability to work in ever- changing work environments, including variable weather conditions.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Preparing and operating heavy equipment in compliance with the company’s operating safety policies and procedures, to ensure the appropriate movement of materials.
• Heavy equipment will include trac hoe, trac loader, backhoe, rollers, etc.
• Drive company dump truck on an as-needed basis. Operation may include pulling trailers to move equipment and materials.
• Detect and report problems with heavy equipment.
• Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance
• Load and unload equipment and materials from vehicles and trailers
• Ensure company equipment, material and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner. Collect and dispose of scrap, excess materials, and refuse.
• Complete any required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation.
• When not responsible for operating heavy equipment, this position will be responsible for assisting other Warfel employees in the performance of their duties, including performing general labor duties such as landscaping, patch paving, pipe-laying, demolition, or any other excavating or concrete tasks.
• Needs to have a commitment to safety and keeping work area neat and clean.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school or equivalent, technical school experience
• Prior experience operating a variety of heavy equipment
• Must hold a currently valid CDL License
• Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Excellent communication, organization and people skills, with proven success working in team environments
• Must be able to work with limited supervision

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position spends 100% of the time on an active construction site. Will need to move frequently throughout a construction jobsite with uneven terrain and in inclement weather.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift heavy materials. Frequency will vary based on work at the time. Equipment may be available for assistance
• Ability to kneel for long periods of time.
• Position may require frequent walking throughout the jobsite.
• Working at heights will vary, as well as working with various pieces of equipment that will provide protection at such heights; scaffolds, aerial man lifts, and personal fall protection.
• Ability to maneuver and operate equipment occurs occasionally.
• Climbing up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects in multi-story buildings while carrying tools and equipment may occur occasionally.

Competitive pay and benefits offered. Warfel Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer.