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Heavy Equipment Operator

MasTec Civil, LLC, a MasTec Company, Jacksonville, FL, United States


MasTec Civil is currently hiring for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team in Jacksonville, FL.

A MasTec Civil Equipment Operator is a non-FSLA exempt, skilled craft position that performs on heavy construction projects within any combination of the duties described more fully below. An Operator typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the workflow dictates.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to operate heavy construction equipment commonly utilized in the heavy highway industry such as backhoes, excavators, bulldozers and loaders, and perform each position responsibly and satisfactorily, being physically fit to undertake these duties pursuant to the Safety Sensitive Position requirements within the acknowledged work environment.

Company Overview
Founded in 1987, MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. In short, we build the roads and bridges connecting our families, communities, and nation. Client satisfaction is of primary importance to us, and our record reflects our focus on exceeding client expectations.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in handling, pre-start inspections, post-start inspections, maneuvering skills, shutdown and securing procedures.

Work various shifts in a team environment, sharing responsibility and accountability for daily operations with senior management.

Perform daily safety and operational inspection of the equipment per documented checklist, identify malfunctioning parts, report deficiencies, and perform minor repairs as needed.

Ensure regular maintenance of the assigned equipment is scheduled and performed per the equipment operations and maintenance manual.

Possess a thorough understanding of equipment operation characteristics, controls, capacity limitations, emergency skills, fire response, power line contact, tipping, malfunction characteristics, and performance questions about the specific equipment in use.

Be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.

Climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

Assist in other duties as required while not operating the equipment.

Operate as a Safety Sensitive Position, subject to the requirements of this safety designation.

Lift and carry on a frequent basis at least 50–80 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance; load materials into the bucket by hand if needed.

Place and remove TBW construction concrete barriers efficiently, including loading and unloading from truck.

Communicate effectively at all times.

Maintain situation awareness and constant alertness to concurrent activities of the construction site, including other employees, contractors, stationary equipment, and mobile equipment movements.

Maintain a level grade while spreading and balancing material or while recovering spoil material or loading from a stockpile of materials.

Understand industry terms and language for graded stakes and load trucks up to 20 trucks per assignment at a stockpile loading.

Adjust attachments on equipment, such as forks, boom to lift materials, or hydraulic hammer for demolition activities.

Know maximum capacities of the equipment.

Have knowledge of electronics grade laser.

Understand terms like cut and fills while excavating according to survey stakes.

Be aware of all utility locations surrounding the work area prior to commencing work.

Request a log or visible location of utilities prior to starting any excavation.

Lead a ground man, if necessary, to assist in locating utilities and checking grades.

Ensure all employees assisting or working near equipment remain outside of the maximum reach of any part or extension of the equipment.

Stop the machine, apply secure pins, and abandon equipment properly.

Load trucks as needed.

Maintain equipment shutdown and key removal in occasions when the equipment is washed or maintenance is performed.

Qualifications

Construction related experience (roads, highways, bridges, etc.); 5–9+ years experience for Excavator or Bulldozer.

Required documentation evidencing competency or certifications as required by industry standards or governmental agencies.

Completion of high school or secondary education is preferred.

What’s In It For You
Financial Wellbeing

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.

401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) – coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.

Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.

Employee Assistance Program.

Planning for the Unexpected

Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.

Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.

Emergency Travel Assistance Program.

Group legal plan.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories and complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws concerning consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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