Description McGuire and Hester is a construction company that provides complete site work services: pipelines, grading paving, concrete, landscape and mechanical. In addition to traditional project delivery methods, we are involved with design build projects and alternative delivery methods. McGuire and Hester have played an integral role in the construction of many of Northern California’s most recognizable landmarks and infrastructure projects. Our storied past crosses more than nine decades. Our mission statement is, “Together We Build Things Right” which encompasses our business philosophy as well as our values and culture. We have a team environment that focuses on the greater good, resulting in a fantastic place to work that positively impacts our business partners and community.Job Summary A heavy equipment operator operates a variety of heavy equipment in construction, maintenance, and repair activities, and performs a variety of tasks in the construction and maintenance of heavy civil work like trenching, excavation, grading, bulldozing, and pavingReports to Foreman, General Superintendent, Group ManagerTypical Duties
Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies
Operates heavy equipment such as backhoe, road grader, front-end loader, hydraulic excavator, skid steers loader, bulldozer, roller, compactor, and crane
Assists crew in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting materials and tools, equipment and any related work with a backhoe, excavator, front-end loader, or crane
Performs routine inspection of equipment and notifies supervisor of defects or repairs that need to be made
Perform all duties in conformance to appropriately safety and security standards and specifications
Perform general physical activities that require considerable use of your arms, legs, and moving whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
Use hands and arms in handling, installing positioning materials, and manipulating machines
Balance teamwork and individual responsibilities, exhibits openness to other views, contributes to building a positive team spirit and can build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and uses time efficiently
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, look for new ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance and monitors own work to ensure quality
Think Safety-First and actively participate in the “Safety Bucks” program
Consistently at work on time, follows instructions, responds to management directions, commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals and complete tasks on time or proposes an alternative plan to appropriate person
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, and carry objects. Frequently lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries 10lbs of weight during workday. Occasionally lifts or carries up to 50lbs
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Education and Experience: Previous training and/or the equivalent in experience operating heavy equipment is requiredLanguage Skills: Have an understanding of English as associated with the jobsite safety and the typical duties required of this positionMathematical Skills: Basic understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and divisionReasoning Ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions. Deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variablesComputer Skills: no skills requiredInterpersonal Skills: ability to solve conflict, creates team atmosphere, dependable, and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessCertificates, Licenses, and Registration: none required for this jobBenefits Besides a competitive salary and the best retirement package in the industry we offer:
Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
Family medical, dental and vision
Company Stock (ESOP)
401k Employer Match
Bonus Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
PTO
Paid Holidays
Paid Sabbatical Program
Personal Financial Planning
We are confident that our retirement plan is the best in the industry.
Compensation: $54 - $61/hr, based on skills experience and knowledge