Williams Construction Company

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

LocationSpringfield, MO
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$41,600-$52,000

About This Job

This job description provides a baseline explanation of the requirements an employee is expected to meet for the duration they are in this position for Williams Construction.


Job title


Heavy Equipment Operator


Reports to


Excavation Manager


Job purpose

Assist Site Superintendent in completing all work in a safe manner to the quality set forth by the Company and the Project Manager.


Duties and responsibilities

Minimum five years experience operating heavy equipment.
Operates construction, excavation, hauling, and maintenance equipment including backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers, excavators, or grade tractors.
Prepares construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation.
Uses excavating machinery to dig holes and trenches used in structural concrete.
Transports tools and other construction equipment to and from construction sites.
Uses equipment to prepare building sites for exterior site concrete such as parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, and loading docks.
General labor to include demolition, moving materials, and job site clean up
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Communicate with Site Superintendent and follow directions
Other miscellaneous labor tasks as assigned


Education and Experience

Minimum five years experience operating heavy equipment.
High school diploma or GED preferred


Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Experience with Topcon GPS preferred
Excellent Industry Knowledge preferred
Positive Attitude and Communication
Able to successfully follow verbal instructions
Excellent attention to detail
Adapt to change well
A Good Team Player
CDL Class A or B preferred but not required


Working conditions

Working conditions at Williams Construction may include normal office conditions. Some positions may include enduring hot weather, standing for extended periods of time on concrete flooring, dirt and lifting heavy objects to waist height and/or above the head.

Hire may be required to endure the elements. This could include being out in foul weather.


Physical requirements

Lift and carry up to 100 pounds up to 30% of the time. When needed wear PPE, maintain a steady pace which may require lifting objects above and/or below the waist.

Employee will be required to demonstrate continued knowledge of this position’s current regulations and requirements. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas.

Employee must meet the requirements of the full job description as stated throughout the duration of employment with Williams Construction.


Pay


$20-25/hr DOE

Travel per diem paid at $160 a day with drive time paid


Condition of Employment

Successful candidate may need to submit to random and/or DOT drug testing throughout employment and successfully pass a background check.


Regional Travel, Monday-Friday required.


EEO Statement

Williams Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Personnel is selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation in accordance with federal and individual state law.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance


Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed


Ability to Commute:

Springfield, MO 65803 (Required)


Ability to Relocate:

Springfield, MO 65803: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location: In person

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