Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman

Heavy Equipment Operator Foreman

Lester Brothers is committed to teamwork and employee success, which is why we offer competitive wage rates and benefits. We are always looking for new, motivated, enthusiastic individuals ready to start or continue a career in the construction and trucking industry.

Job Summary:

The Heavy Equipment Operator Foreman will perform highly complex and difficult construction and maintenance activities by operating a variety of heavy equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· May direct and supervise the work of other laborers and equipment operators as necessary to aid in the safe and efficient completion of tasks requiring heavy equipment use.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Operates a variety of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, loaders, backhoes, skid steers, scrapers, and motor graders to accomplish difficult or highly complex tasks.

· Before operating equipment, conducts routine inspections to identify needed maintenance or repairs.

· Performs or requests necessary repairs and adjustments to equipment.

· Adheres to all safety rules, guidelines, and codes.

· Maintains records of time worked and materials used.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Thorough understanding of practices involved in the use of various types of heavy equipment.

· Thorough understanding of maintenance and basic repairs associated with heavy equipment.

· Thorough understanding of safety rules and ability to safely operate machinery.

· Superior skill in operating assigned equipment safely and efficiently.

Education and Experience:

· Experience with extensive and complex drain fields.

· experience digging basements.

· Experience performing complex sewer and water main work.

· Ability to read and interpret blueprints and read grade stakes.

· New construction experience.

· Valid driver s license.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to physically operate heavy equipment.

· Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand to operate and repair heavy equipment.

· Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures.

· Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 10 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person