Working Equipment Operator

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Have or obtain CDL within 180 days after hire.

Supervises a 4-person crew of technicians, electricians, operators, apprentices, and / or skilled laborers.

Has strong expertise in all aspects of trade related materials, components, equipment, systems, methods of installations, safety procedures, safe work practices, basic calculations, blueprint and drawing interpretation, and trouble shooting.

Operates any hand tools, power tools, and equipment necessary to perform all trade associated assignments.

Can effectively communicate with peers, crew, project supervision, and other trades.

Completes multi-task assignments involving all aspects of the trade via verbal and written instructions, field sketches, schematics, one-line diagrams, and blueprint reference.

Identify all tools and materials needed for assignment.

Perform assignment lay-outs and preparation for installation via verbal and written instructions, field sketches, schematics, one-line diagrams, and blueprint reference.

Directs, monitors, and work alongside employees delegated to assist him/her to ensure a safe and timely completion of assignment.

Instructs assisting employees in the correct operation of tools and equipment, safe work practices, electrical principles, and applicable NEC.

Accurate completion of all assignment-related paperwork the day of the work.

Driving and operating the following type of equipment: backhoe, skid steer, track hoe, front-end loader, bucket truck, and horizontal boring equipment

Performing emergency repairs to restore equipment to operational status as quickly as possible.

Models’ professional behavior in accordance with S&W Contracting’s Core Values, Purpose, and Injury Free safety guidelines.

Operating two handed tools/equipment such as: cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools and jack hammers.

Always wearing all personal protective equipment as required by the specific task: eye and face protection, steel toe leather work boots, hand protection, head protection, respirator, arc flash protection, etc.

Climbing and working from all types of ladders: step ladders up to 14’, “A” frame ladders, and all size extension ladders.

Capable of carrying and relocating up to a 12’ step ladder by oneself.

Operating company vehicles with manual or automatic transmission.

Working a 40-hour work week, with overtime and off-hour shifts as required.

The preceding covers the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties that may be required from day to day.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position requires:

Possibility of traveling out of town for up to 10 days. We will cover all hotels expense, get individual rooms, and $40.00 per day diem.

Working in extreme weather conditions and elements, indoor or outdoor, including heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, and snow depending on the job location.

Working in and around restricted/confined spaces, manholes, utility tunnels and excavations.

Working in and around vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Working on or around slippery or uneven surfaces.

Working in or around ditches, trenches, and excavations.

Working in and around exposures typical of a heavy construction site.

Working from various heights of up to 120’ via ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and other safe work platforms/areas.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS:

Rare: (less than 10%): sitting, kneeling, crawling, color-vision, climbing stairs

Occasional: (up to 33%): stooping, squatting, climbing on/off a truck, reading, pushing, climbing ladders, lifting to 50 lbs.

Frequent: (up to 66%): walking, body-twisting, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, hearing-speech range, lifting, carrying, pulling, balancing, lifting to 10 lbs.

Continuous: (up to 100%): standing, sense of touch, seeing distant, climbing, gripping, lifting 10-50 lbs., seeing, reaching, range of motion, depth perception

Possession of good hearing, normal or corrected.

Possession of good vision, normal or corrected.

Positive identification of wiring colors.

REQUIRED:

Current valid driver license

Attention to details

Strong code of ethics

Service oriented, good people skills

Have or obtain CDL within 180 days after hire.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Safety equipment provided

·“Build The Future with S&W Contracting Company, a Crete United Company”

Crete United is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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