Finish/Dozer Operator Journeyman

Position Summary

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

•    Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
•    Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
•    Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
•    Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
•    May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills
•    Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Qualifications

•    May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
•    Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
•    Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
•    Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

•    Able to meet all physical requirements. 
•    Must have all required tools
•    Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
•    Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
•    Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
•    Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.