Position Summary
Essential Functions
• Operates the backhoe and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. • Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on equipment • Pushes levers and depresses pedals to move machinery, to lower and dig shovel into surface of ground and to lift, swing, and dump contents • Observes markings or ground, hand signals or grade slates to remove material when operating machine at an excavation site • Ensure compliance of all safety procedures and policies while promoting company’s safety culture • Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Education Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED required • At least 3 years’ experience in asphalt, paving, highway, bridge, sewer, and road construction
Required Skills
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of highways, roads, sewers, and bridges • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Exercise discretion and independent judgement when handling day to day information • Excellent time-management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities • Ability to work cooperatively across all levels delivering on commitments – results oriented • Ability to complete work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail • Ability to work under pressure to meet department targets and deadlines • Ability to work non-routine hours, when necessary • Ability and willingness to travel as required