Heavy Equipment Operator

Esparza Staffing is currently searching for experienced Equipment Operators to join our growing team. This is a full time hourly position. Hours range between 40-50 +/- per week. All work performed will be on solar sites.

A Heavy Equipment Operator's primary responsibility is to complete assigned tasks safely and accurately using construction equipment. Typical Heavy Equipment Operator job duties include:

• Loading and unloading equipment from vehicles used to transport it

• Inspecting equipment before and after use to ensure it's in good working order

• Driving or controlling heavy equipment to complete tasks at the construction site

• Monitoring performance and adjusting settings as required to perform tasks correctly

• Tracking scheduled maintenance of equipment and notifying their Supervisor if maintenance is past due

• Filling out performance records to report problems with equipment and track where and when it was used

• Cleaning equipment after use and disposing of any collected scraps or waste

• Completing minor repair work as needed

Requirements

Equipment Operator Candidates must possess the following:

2+ years experience

Valid US Driver's license Required

Operator's certificate Required

Safe and efficient operation of the following, but not limited to: Excavator, Dozer, Roller, Off-Road truck, Skid Steer, Mini excavator

Adherence to safety requirements and procedures

Understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions

Perform maintenance checks

Ability to identify and avoid overhead and underground hazards

Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

OSHA card are a plus, but not mandatory

Equipment Operator Physical Requirements:

Ability to physically lift objects in weight up to 60 pounds
Climbing of ladders, stairs, and structures
Work at above grade and below grade elevation