Job Description

The Heavy Equipment Operator will assist in the clearing and maintenance of our nation’s Power Grid. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing civil, matting, or forestry related clearance work.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand proper use of company radio.
• Understand operation of heavy equipment.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of properly inspecting PPE (personnel protective equipment).
• Understand when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years of minimum experience operating equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, skid steers, or forestry equipment such as logging, mulching, or tree trimming.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Readily join storm restoration efforts in times of need.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle to feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Team-Oriented
• Self-Motivated
• Customer Service Focused
• Ethical and Honest
• Responsible
• Trustworthy
• Ethical
• Honest
• Punctual
• Excellent communication skills
  

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Burford’s Construction is a Non-Union Company

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.