JOB OVERVIEW
Capable of operating various types of heavy equipment and perform several excavation tasks in a proficient manner.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
· Excavate high-end residential foundations including mass excavation, driveway construction, installing utilities, backfill, and final grade.
· Effectively communicate progress and needs with clients and builders on-site.
· Effectively communicate with BSLM superintendent and project manager daily.
· Accurately read construction plans.
· Operate various types of heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, dozers, compactors, skid steers, rock trucks and field team vehicles.
· Maintain a positive working relationship with all members of the crew.
· Consistently produce high quality work, safely and productively.
· Look for opportunities in process improvement.
· Ability to take direction from foreman or operator leading a job site.
· Ability to give and receive constructive feedback in a professional manner.
· Continuously strive to reduce unnecessary costs such as downtime, rework, transporting, material storage, and job time.
· Perform minor repairs on equipment issues.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The Heavy Equipment Operator is regularly required to:
· Walk, climb stairs, sit, and stand.
· Talk and hear at normal levels.
· See with close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and have the ability to adjust focus.
· Ability to recognize visual safety indicators, including color-coded lights and markings.
· Reach with hands and arms.
· Use hands and fingers to operate tools and other business machines.
· Lift and/ or move up to 50lbs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
· Must demonstrate troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
· Must be able to work well independently or with others in a team environment.
· Must be reliable, honest, and have a strong work ethic.
· Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
· Must be able to use phone or tablet to clock into project management software.
· Must be able to use Microsoft Outlook
· Must have a current valid driver’s license.
· Must have reliable transportation
DESIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
· High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years of experience excavation jobs
- 5+ years of experience in excavating foundations, septic systems, utilities and building roads.
- 5+ years of experience working with heavy equipment.
- Experience and/or willingness to learn about Trimble grade assist technology.
- Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment as well as safety standards.
· CDL-A not required but will be beneficial.
Reports To: Foreman, Superintendent
Job Type: Extended Seasonal
Location: Big Sky, Montana
Work Location: Multiple locations
Direct Reports: None
We are an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Pay: $34.00 - $39.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Excavator: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
