McCarthy Building Companies is looking for a skilled Equipment Operator for an exciting project in La Porte, TX. In this role, you will operate a variety of construction equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders, off-road trucks, skid steers, etc.) in commercial, civil, or marine projects. The ideal applicant has 3 to 5+ years of experience as an equipment operator and maneuvers equipment in a safe manner. McCarthy proudly offers our craft professionals:
- Safety-First Mindset
- Paid Holidays (7)
- Paid Time Off
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) Retirement
- Professional Development
- Referral Cash Bonuses!
McCarthy’s core purpose is to be the Best Builder in America. We value our skilled tradespeople, and we know the abilities you bring to make us a better company. Together, we can build great things
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Completes Crew Task Hazard Analysis (THA) logs daily
- Recognize hazards and danger zones
- Plan and execute work independently
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Perform material calculations
- Properly identify soil types
- Know and execute excavation safety systems (sloping, shoring, trench, and boxes)
- Complete shallow and deep trenching excavations activities
- Rough and fine grading with dozer (GPS)
- Safely Load and unload materials
- Drive water truck/off road truck
- Completes machine load charts
- Operate long reach excavator and motor grader
- Operate walk behind roller compactor and plate compactor
- Operate small construction equipment (front loader, mixer, forklift, and skid steer)
- Inspect and provide basic maintenance on equipment
- Train and mentor less experienced workforce
- Coordinate work with other trades
QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience with self-perform earthwork operations in commercial, civil, or marine environments
- Must be able to use laser level
- Identify and use common construction materials, hand tools, and power/electrical tools (hammer, shovel, water pump, measuring tape, hammer drill, drill, Sawzall, skill-saw, vibrators, saw, demolition hammer, etc.)
- Understand construction terminology
- Understand look ahead schedule and job sequences
- Understand logistics and traffic control plan
- Proven commitment to Safety
- Work in an organized manner
- Able to work night shifts when needed
- Must have reliable transportation to/from the job site
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions
- Must be self-motivated and can work well with others
- Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
- Ability to perform heavy lifting/pushing/pulling of material weighing 50 pounds
- Ability to squat, crawl, and work in confined spaces
- Minimum age 18+
- Proof of Identity and Employment Authorization
MBCSkill
McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Pay: From $23.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
