What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Newpark Resources, Inc?
Company Overview
Newpark Industrial Solutions is a leading provider of composite mats and site access solutions. Our proprietary DURA-BASE Advanced Composite Mat System provides heavy duty ground cover for industrial job sites around the globe and protects personnel, equipment, and ground surfaces. We partner with utility, construction, oil & gas, and other industries to deliver solutions that can accommodate almost any project and environment.
Position Summary
Our General Laborers work to assist the matting crew in setting up access roads or pads for customers’ work sites. This includes laying and pinning mats around designated locations and removing mats upon project completion. Matting systems are used for any application that requires access in special environments, stabilization for heavy equipment or simple ground protection.
Position: Heavy Equipment Operator
Location: 13982 W Front St, Williston, ND 58801
Schedule: Monday – Friday, occasional Saturday
Hours: 10-12 hours per day, start/end time varies
Pay Rate: $23-$24/Hr based on experience overtime pay
Travel: Depending on the project/job employees may be required to travel out of state for a week. The company accommodates food and hotel
Essential Functions
- Operating a variety of equipment including skid steers, front-end loaders, dozers, etc.
- Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance on all equipment.
- Adhere to all safety rules and regulations in concurrence with company policies and procedures.
- Responsible for safety equipment being operated and aspects of the machine such as fueling, greasing, and general equipment maintenance.
- May be required to prepare location site using heavy equipment - level, clear trees, backfill reserve pits, build ring levee.
- Additional duties as needed or directed by supervisor and/or manager.
Qualifications
- Ability to follow exact direction
- Ability to perform manual labor outdoors
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
- Ability to adhere to all safety and quality procedures
- Good interpersonal skills required to work in a team environment
- Basic knowledge of mechanical operating procedures and processes
- Experience with basic hand tools
- Must be able to meet position requirements regarding criminal background, motor vehicle report, and drug screen/physical
- US work Authorization (required)
- Updated resume (required)
- Driver’s License (preferred)
- High School Diploma or educational equivalent.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Newpark and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, military service/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Newpark Resources, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 80 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Can you work 10-14 hour days, starting at 5:00am?
Experience:
- Front loader truck: 2 years (Required)
- Skid steer loader: 2 years (Required)
- Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Williston, ND 58801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $24