Gas Field Specialists
Gas Field Specialists is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator- Oil and Gas Industry
Gas Field Specialists, Shinglehouse, PA, United States, 16748
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include, but is not limited to, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, and/or excavators.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES
•Operates all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures. •Performs daily safety and maintenance checks. •Interacts with construction general laborers and/or crew members who are facilitating alignment, movement, and adjustment of the equipment to complete conformation of grade specifications for the construction project. •Interacts with residents and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. •Makes note of and reports any complaints from members of the public. •Cleans heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required. •Ensures heavy equipment is safely and securely stored. •Advises the Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs. •Participates in routine maintenance. •Practices workplace safety. •Maintains inventory. •Ensures access to houses and locations. •Maintains easements. •Performs pre-winter, winter, spring and summer maintenance on roads. •Uses equipment for snow removal. •Uses equipment to level roads and ensure proper drainage. •Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
•One (1) to two (2) years of experience using construction tools and equipment including air hammer, concrete saw, patent scaffolding, trench digging equipment, etc. •Knowledge of operation of front end loaders, dozers, graders, excavators and other pieces of heavy equipment. •Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques. •Knowledge of signals used to signal operators of construction machinery. •Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures. •Working knowledge of Oil and Gas Industry.
•Ability to keep company proprietary information confidential. •Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. •Effective communication skills and the ability to work successfully with a wide variety of people at different levels within the organization. •Ability to work various schedules including nights/weekends and local/regional travel.
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/ VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
•High school diploma, GED or vocational training. •Previous experience in construction work or an equivalent preferred.
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
•Valid Driver's License •GFS Heavy Equipment Operator Certification.
ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk, stoop, or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles, and is regularly exposed to extreme heat or cold, or temperatures consistent with outdoor weather.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Department: Production or Construction
Reports to: Foreman or as Assigned
Supervises: N/A Disclaimer The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include, but is not limited to, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, and/or excavators.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES
•Operates all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures. •Performs daily safety and maintenance checks. •Interacts with construction general laborers and/or crew members who are facilitating alignment, movement, and adjustment of the equipment to complete conformation of grade specifications for the construction project. •Interacts with residents and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. •Makes note of and reports any complaints from members of the public. •Cleans heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required. •Ensures heavy equipment is safely and securely stored. •Advises the Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs. •Participates in routine maintenance. •Practices workplace safety. •Maintains inventory. •Ensures access to houses and locations. •Maintains easements. •Performs pre-winter, winter, spring and summer maintenance on roads. •Uses equipment for snow removal. •Uses equipment to level roads and ensure proper drainage. •Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
•One (1) to two (2) years of experience using construction tools and equipment including air hammer, concrete saw, patent scaffolding, trench digging equipment, etc. •Knowledge of operation of front end loaders, dozers, graders, excavators and other pieces of heavy equipment. •Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques. •Knowledge of signals used to signal operators of construction machinery. •Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures. •Working knowledge of Oil and Gas Industry.
•Ability to keep company proprietary information confidential. •Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. •Effective communication skills and the ability to work successfully with a wide variety of people at different levels within the organization. •Ability to work various schedules including nights/weekends and local/regional travel.
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/ VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
•High school diploma, GED or vocational training. •Previous experience in construction work or an equivalent preferred.
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
•Valid Driver's License •GFS Heavy Equipment Operator Certification.
ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk, stoop, or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles, and is regularly exposed to extreme heat or cold, or temperatures consistent with outdoor weather.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Department: Production or Construction
Reports to: Foreman or as Assigned
Supervises: N/A Disclaimer The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.
Equal Opportunity Employer