Job Description
POSITION: Equipment Operator DEPARTMENT: Field Production
REPORTS TO: Field Operations Manager CLASSIFICATION: Non- Exempt
SUMMARY:
We are seeking a dependable and experienced Equipment Operator with a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to join our team in Mirando City, TX. This position is responsible for operating a variety of heavy machinery and commercial vehicles, ensuring safe and efficient job site operations in support of construction, maintenance, and other field services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
•Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, skid steers, graders, and dump trucks.
•Safely drive commercial vehicles to transport equipment, materials, and personnel to and from job sites.
•Conduct pre-operation inspections to identify mechanical issues or safety hazards.
•Perform routine maintenance tasks such as fueling, lubricating, and cleaning equipment.
•Load and unload equipment and materials, ensuring secure transport.
•Follow established work plans and instructions to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
•Assist in site preparation by clearing debris, grading surfaces, and digging trenches.
•Monitor equipment during operation to ensure proper functioning and report any malfunctions.
•Coordinate with supervisors and team members to communicate progress and any issues.
•Comply with all company policies, OSHA regulations, and Department of Transportation (DOT) standards.
•Maintain daily logs of equipment usage, hours worked, and incidents.
•Respond promptly and effectively to emergency situations, including equipment breakdowns or accidents.
•Participate in safety meetings and actively promote a culture of safety on the job site.
•Assist in training new operators or drivers when needed.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
Must have a high school diploma, equivalency or equivalent experience.
EXPERIENCE:
•Proven experience operating heavy equipment and commercial vehicles.
•Strong knowledge of safety regulations related to heavy machinery operation.
•Ability to perform minor repairs and routine equipment maintenance.
•Physical ability to handle demanding tasks in various environmental conditions.
•Strong communication skills and teamwork orientation.
•Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
SKILLS:
•Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
•Excellent spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.
•Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
•Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
•Strong time management and organizational skills.
•Commitment to workplace safety and following procedures.
•Adaptability to changing work conditions and job requirements.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
•Must have a current valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform the following physical activity on a frequent to constant basis:
•Stand for long periods of time.
•Lift 40–60 lbs. with or without assistance.
•Able to quickly move hands, hands together with arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
•Coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down.
•Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
•Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information through verbal communications in person or detect objects in and around job site.
•Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents; operate various types of machinery and handheld equipment.
•Walk moderate distances on slippery, even, and/or uneven surfaces.
•Stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, turn, or crawl.
•Climb and balance on stairs, metal/wooden beams, ladders, or other structures/elevated areas.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
•Work primarily at job site performing work in outdoor weather conditions with exposure to extreme cold, heat, and noise depending upon project site; and may also include the following:
•dust, fumes, chemicals, and/or other harsh/hazardous solvents or disinfectants
•electrical components, power lines, or other electrical hazards
•rebar, blades, or other sharp objects/tools
•high elevations, trenches, or crawl spaces
•Possible travel locally during the work day between jobsites, although some out-of-area travel may be expected with seldom overnight travel.
•Work irregular hours to include nights and weekends.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to:
•Adhere to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
•Project a courteous, professional and positive approach with clients, subcontractors, employees, and authorizing agencies while providing prompt, efficient, and accurate assistance.
•Follow and exchange basic instructions, information, and guidelines.
•Make decisions based on experience or knowledge with minimal supervision.
•Participate in training and development opportunities offered to maintain related software and safety knowledge.
•Adhere to and perform functions according to company and OSHA safety guidelines.
•Maintain regular, timely, and predictable attendance.
•Represent the company in a professional manner to callers and visitors.