Skid Steer Operator

Summary:

The Skid Steer Operatoris responsible foroperating skid steers and potentially other construction equipment to execute tasks such as excavating moving grading and loading materials. This role requires adherence to safety regulations precision in operating machinery and the ability to work efficiently in various construction settings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate skid steersandas needed other construction equipment like dump trucks front-end loaders or graders to excavate move grade and load materials.

• Learn andcomply withall safety regulations and procedures to avoid hazards and ensure workplace safety.

• Take precautionary measures to avoid potential hazards or obstructions includinglocatingunderground utilities before beginning work.

• Monitor operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

• Use controls tooperateequipment attachments such as blades and buckets effectively.

• Startengineandoperatethe skid steer using controls to move levers switches and pedals.

• Coordinate with other crew members responding to hand or audio signals to position or move loads.

• Transport and maneuver materials ensuring the efficient execution of construction tasks.

• Manage fuel supplies to guarantee adequate availability for ongoing operations.

• Execute multiple passes over work areas to remove or distribute materials as required by the project specifications.

Requirements:

• Proven ability to follow safety regulations and work instructions with a keen eye for judging distances and slopes accurately.

• Decision-making skills based on verifiable standards.

• Tolerance for working in dusty or dirty surroundings.

• Must pass construction equipment operator qualification testing/observation.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Two to three years of verifiable and relevant experience operating skid steers and other construction equipment.

Candidates that accept an offer of employmentare required toundergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical healthidentifyany potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.