Tractor Driver

Position Summary

• A Tractor Operator will be responsible for operating various construction equipment including a farm tractor with a 14-foot batwing and/or plow to move materials for brush hogging and discing. Ability to operate a zero-turn mower is a plus.
• May also be responsible for safety equipment inspections and possibly assisting with repairs.
• The position will be expected to assist other crafts in their downtimes which may include non-operating activities.

Qualification Highlights

• Must have 2 years of experience operating a farm tractor and experience with a zero-turn mower.
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• May be required to have a valid drivers license and meet a motor vehicle records check.
• Must have all required tools. Must have reliable transportation.

Position Responsibilities

• Will operate various construction dirt equipment to move the earth and equipment in precision processes.
• Will inspect equipment.
• Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
• May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations.
• Will access area of operations for safety issues and required processes and planning of equipment operations.

Required Qualifications

• Must have experience and knowledge of operating varies construction equipment including but not limited to tractors and zero-turn mowers.
• Must have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment.
• Must have knowledge of and be familiar with soil types.
• Must illustrate knowledge of excavating and the specifications that are required for a given excavation.
• Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
• Must be reliable accountable and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection paperwork.
• Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations.
• Must be able to make it work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification.

Preferred Additional Qualification

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROFd employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial Inc.
• Valid Drivers License.
• TWIC card required.

Reporting to:

This position does not have any direct reports.

Physical Requirements

• Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing walking bending squatting sitting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal grab hold turn push and pull objects materials controls and tools.
• May be required to pick up lift carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at heights climb ladders and stairways and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat rain cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat safety glasses/spoggles ear plugs masks/respirators hi-vis safety vests leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

ZACHRY provides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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