Embedded Labor: Operator

Job Title: Embedded Labor: Operator

SOC code: 47-2073

FLSA Classification: Non Exempt

Department/Location: Project Site (Remote Alaska) 

Reports to: Crew Lead/General Foreman

Status: Full-Time- Benefit Eligible

EEO-1: Craftworker

Open Positions: 1

Schedule:

Normal Work Hours and Days:  Schedule is 12-hour days, up to seven days a week. Days and hours may vary based on project schedules, locations and workload. Mandatory overtime is based on seasonal workload and remote work settings.

Summary:

Responsible to safely operate and maintain equipment on construction (often remote) project sites.

Essential Functions:

• Safely operate equipment on project site(s).
• Notify crew lead daily regarding inventory levels of materials and consumables on site.
• Share with subsidence team where efficiencies and inefficiencies exist with regards to workflow for all scopes at all locations.
• Submit a daily report to crew lead detailing safety/environmental issues (if any), work stoppage (if any), tasks accomplished the previous day, and tasks to be completed.
• Utilize Behavior Based Safety reporting system to report daily positive practices and safety issues.
• Aid in diagnosing equipment failures to ensure safety, cost efficiency and production.
• Ensure and conduct minor maintenance of equipment, to include monitoring and maintaining appropriate fluid levels, fueling and greasing of equipment being operated.
• Conduct manual labor, i.e., shoveling, using a chainsaw, as needed to complete project assignment.
• Effectively work with other members of project team to produce contract/project requirements.
• Maintain record keeping, to include load counts, equipment hours and production.
  
  Other Tasks:
• Assist in loading and unloading equipment / material from trucks and/or docks.
• Structural bolt up for VSM/HSM repair projects.
• Perform routine and nonroutine snow removal efforts
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. 

 
Education and/or Experience:
Minimum:  

• 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience with oilfield work and with rig movement.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Valid Class A CDL
  

Preferred:

• OSHA 10 hour training.
• High school diploma or equivalent
  

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to safely and productively operate equipment used for heavy civil construction.
• Knowledge of and ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches and grade/mapping control.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform gravel work that includes grading, read grade stakes, gravel compaction.
• Knowledge to safety utilize various hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of and ability to laser levels and tape measures proficiently. 
• Knowledge of and ability maintain equipment and follow related procedures.
• Ability to assess and troubleshoot equipment failure.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply first aid.
• Ability to see and record written data and information.
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to perform Atmospheric Gas testing – familiar with use of 4-gas meters.
• Ability to wear protective clothing.
  

Physical Demands:

The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Frequency is defined as follows:

• NP = Not Present
• Rare = 1–10% of the workday
• Occasional = 11–33% of the workday
• Frequent = 34–66% of the workday
• Constant = 67–100% of the workday

Activity Requirements

• Sitting – Constant
• Standing – Frequent
• Walking – Frequent
• Reaching (Overhead, Straight Ahead, Downward) – Frequent
• Bending/Stooping – Frequent
• Crouching – Frequent
• Kneeling – Frequent
• Crawling – Frequent
• Climbing (onto equipment) – Frequent
• Twisting (including wrist) – Frequent
• Handling – Frequent
• Finger Dexterity– Occasionally
• Feeling – Occasionally
• Talking – Frequent
• Hearing – Occasionally
• Balancing –Occasionally
• Operating Foot Controls – Occasionally

Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling Requirements

• Frequent: Up to 100 lbs.
• Occasional: Up to 100 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Environmental Conditions & Inherent Hazards:

• Weather Exposure: Work is regularly exposure to inclement weather, including rain, snow, ice, and arctic temperatures is rare.
• Heat: Occasional exposure to hot diesel engines and hoses during equipment lubrication.
• Noise: Moderate to high noise levels from equipment and operations.
• Vibration: Occasional exposure to normal equipment vibration.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Possible exposure to diesel fumes, dust, and other airborne particles.

Hazards:

• Moving Mechanical Parts: Exposure to engine components, drive trains/tracks, and other mechanical parts.
• Electrical: Potential exposure to electric shock from generator sets and other site equipment.
• Work at Heights: Occasionally exposed to situations which require fall protection.
• Radiant Energy: Rarely exposed.
• Fuel & Chemicals: Exposure to diesel fuel, petroleum distillates, and related hazards.
• General Construction Hazards: Must remain aware of potential risks associated with heavy equipment and construction environments.

EEO Statement:

Cruz Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. **This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.**

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.