Dirt Operator

Summary of Position:
The dirt operator position requires general construction knowledge of water and wastewater treatment plants. The equipment operator will operate heavy equipment for dirt excavations and laying underground pipelines. Knowledge of the operations of John Deere, Caterpillar, Volvo dozers, track-hoes, and backhoes is preferred.


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operators typically work under direct supervision and will be required to sit, stand, and move for extended hours at a time.
• Operate heavy equipment for excavations and laying underground pipelines
• Experience with the proper use of trench boxes and other similar protective devices
• Unload and move equipment per manufacturer manuals and company procedures
• Perform routine maintenance and small repairs on equipment
• Maintain logs and repair reports
• Know, understand, and follow all safety rules and procedures according to OSHA and company safety policy
• May be required to do manual labor
• Assist equipment operators, carpenters, craft workers, and other skilled labor when necessary
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications and Requirements:

• 5 years of experience in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator
• High School diploma or GED is preferred
• The candidate must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide units of measure
• Proper vision and hearing are required to be able to receive direction via verbal and hand signals
• Ability to work effectively as a team

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, climbing, bending, and kneeling.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to safely work with sharp tools and/or power equipment.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and terrains.
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.