Highway Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment OperatorWelcome to CMES INC, a leading player in the heavy highway construction industry. With a rich history spanning over 25 years, we have firmly established ourselves as a reputable and innovative force in the field of infrastructure development. At CMES INC, we take immense pride in our commitment to building and maintaining the critical transportation networks that keep communities connected and businesses thriving.Job DescriptionThe heavy equipment operator shall possess skills to operate a variety of contractor equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance and repair activities and performs a variety of semiskilled tasks in the maintenance of light, street, and storm drainage systems.Essential Functions1. Operates trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies. 2. Must be competent in safety, understanding the Excavation guidelines as defined by OSHA. 3. Basic operational techniques of trucks and construction or power equipment, such as mechanized broom, man-lift, dump truck, hydraulic excavators, skid steers. 4. Operates jackhammers, mowers, brush chippers and other small equipment and tools to maintain street and utility systems. 5. Shoot grades. 6. Works with and assists the line crew in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe, road grater or front-end loader. 7. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment. 8. Assists in the installing and maintenance of traffic control devices. 9. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.Competencies1. Technical Capacity. 2. Time Management. 3. Thoroughness. 4. Customer/Client Focus. 5. Good communication skills 6. Attention to detail.Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Physical DemandsThe 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 use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.TravelLocal travel to various worksites is required.Required Education and Experience1. Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. 2. Four years' experience involving the use of medium and heavy equipment, two of which must have been related to utility or street systems.Additional Eligibility Qualifications1. Valid CDL License.BenefitsCompetitive compensation package Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement savings plan Training and development opportunities Career advancement potential A positive and inclusive work environmentAt CMES INC, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of growth, diversity, and innovation. If you are ready to be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact on infrastructure development, we invite you to join us in our mission to build a better tomorrow through heavy highway construction.EEOC StatementCMES, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer M/F/V/H/AA. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. CMES, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, and without regard to any other characteristic, protected by applicable law, all in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. CMES, Inc. complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, placement, classification, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, job training, and other aspects of employment.

Compensation: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour