Equipment Operator
About the role
Position Overview
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
- Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, dozers, motor graders, haul trucks, rollers, skid steers, and other construction equipment.
- Perform excavation, grading, backfilling, material placement, stockpiling, and site preparation activities.
- Load and transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Follow grade stakes, project plans, and supervisor instructions to meet project specifications.
- Conduct daily pre- and post-trip equipment inspections.
- Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance or repair needs promptly.
- Perform basic preventive maintenance and equipment servicing.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area around equipment and job sites.
- Work closely with supervisors, truck drivers, laborers, and other operators to achieve production goals.
- Follow all company safety policies, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous heavy equipment operating experience in construction, aggregates, paving, mining, or related industries preferred.
- Knowledge of safe equipment operating practices and job site safety requirements.
- Ability to read and understand basic construction plans, grades, and work instructions.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work around heavy equipment, moving machinery, dust, noise, and uneven terrain.
- Must be able to safely enter and exit equipment multiple times throughout the shift.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Construction sites, aggregate facilities, quarries, asphalt plants, and roadway projects.
- Overtime, night work, weekend work, and seasonal schedule fluctuations may be required.
- Safety-sensitive position requiring strict adherence to company and regulatory safety standards.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
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