Phillips & Jordan is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator (Roller Operator) in Fort
Phillips & Jordan, Fort Myers, FL, United States, 33916
Phillips & Jordan, Inc. (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy civil and power infrastructure contractor established in 1952. P&J is a proven innovator, a proven leader, and a proven solution in the industry. We have built a reputation for taking on some of the most challenging, difficult projects and successfully completing them on, or even ahead of schedule. P&J employs a top-notch workforce, and we are always in need of new employees who are dependable professionals with experience in the construction industry. We are seeking safety conscious individuals who have a positive, can-do attitude, work well with others, and want to advance their careers.
Join the P&J team today and become a valued member of our company
Summary:
The Roller Operator is responsible for operating rollers and compaction equipment to compact earth fills, subgrades, flexible base, and asphalt materials. This role is crucial in the construction and maintenance of roads, highways, and other infrastructure projects, requiring a strong commitment to safety and precision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications.
- Learn and adhere to all safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
- Inspect, clean, maintain, and repair equipment, reporting any malfunctions or damages to the supervisor.
- Coordinate with other construction crew members to ensure proper compaction techniques are followed and to adjust the compaction process based on soil type and conditions.
- Read and interpret project plans and specifications to determine the required compaction levels and methods.
- Monitor the equipment's operation and adjust the speed, direction, and angle of the roller as necessary to achieve the desired compaction.
- Identify hazards, obstructions, or unsafe conditions and take measures to rectify the issues.
- Ensure the roller and compaction equipment are operated efficiently, minimizing unnecessary fuel consumption and wear.
- Participate in job site safety meetings and training sessions as required.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor, which may include manual labor or assisting other crew members with construction tasks.
- Ability to follow safety regulations and work instructions diligently.
- Knowledge of operating and maintaining roller and compaction equipment.
- Good judgment to make decisions based on verifiable and measurable criteria.
- Willingness to work in dusty or dirty surroundings.
- Pass construction equipment operator qualification testing/observation.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Two to three years of verifiable experience operating rollers and compaction equipment in a construction environment.
- Familiarity with various types of compaction equipment and materials used in construction projects.
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Email: recruiting@pandj.com
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