Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operator jobs in Lubbock, TX

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Heavy Equipment Operator Overview

• Operate front-end loader, motor grader, roller, and other heavy equipment on project sites
• Work includes road construction, excavation, truck loading, stockpiling, excavation, stockpiling, spreading materials.
• All work will be local to the Lubbock area
• This is a senior equipment operator position requiring a high level of skill
• Tasks will be out-of-door in all weather conditions

Heavy Equipment Operator Duties

• Operate heavy equipment to on road construction jobsites
• Control machine speed, direction, bucket height and bucket angle
• Perform daily preventative maintenance such as inspection and fluid check
• Notify management of any equipment or safety issues
• Read and understand civil plan drawings
• Work subgrade and base to achieve proper processing
• Finish-grading for correct grade (blue-top and GPS)
• Use GPS automatics for machine control
• Coordinate daily project tasks between work crew members

Heavy Equipment Operator Required Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma (preferred)
• Experience in heavy equipment operation (required)
• Basic mechanical skills
• Conscientious and safety-oriented attitude
• Experience in road construction

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Overtime

Experience:

• Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lubbock, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person