What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at KGPCo?
Summary: The Equipment Operator is responsible for Operating heavy & light construction equipment- including backhoes, cable plow, Mini-Ex, Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) & other types of machinery & assures maintenance of these as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Traffic Control set up & tear down
- Ability to drive trucks & equipment to job sites
- Other duties as may be necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of this position
- Maintains company equipment per service requirements and safety guidelines.
- Directly responsible for all personal actions and any personnel, vehicles or equipment in the care, custody, or control.
- Report any personal or vehicle/equipment accidents/incidents immediately to supervisors, corporate and assist in the investigation of same
SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance to:
o Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
o Industry Consensus Standards
o KGPCo Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual
· Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and/or QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
- A class A CDL or the ability to obtain one is preferred but not required
- Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience with operating heavy equipment to include horizontal directional drilling, mini excavators, hydro-excavation equipment etc.
- 2 years of experience in utility construction preferred
- Must be able to differentiate colors.
- Must be able to read and understand manufacture’s manuals for operating and repairing of equipment and components.
- Possess general knowledge of construction practices.
- Knowledge of reading and understanding blueprints is preferred.
- Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather (i.e. snow, rain, wind, etc.) and work overtime as required.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen/criminal background test
· Exhibit personal power and leadership
· Exhibit self-awareness
· Exhibit a tendency for continuing education and self-improvement
· Exhibit enthusiasm and determination
· Exhibit industry awareness
· Exhibit exceptional organizational skills
- Exhibit the ability to live the KGPCo Values
KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
