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LaRiviere, Inc. is looking for skilled heavy equipment operators for heavy civil work in the Lewiston, Idaho and Pullman Washington area. Operators will be operating a wide variety of equipment ...

Knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles * Drive and operate equipment under varying working conditions. * Perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential ...

Knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles * Drive and operate equipment under varying working conditions. * Perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential ...

Knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles * Drive and operate equipment under varying working conditions. * Perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential ...

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Heavy Equipment Operators

Lewiston, ID โ€ข On-site

LaRiviere, Inc.
Constructionย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

LaRiviere, Inc. is looking for skilled heavy equipment operators for heavy civil work in the Lewiston, Idaho and Pullman Washington area. Operators will be operating a wide variety of equipment including loaders, excavators, rollers, dozers, bobcats, water trucks and will be expected to assist with labor tasks when not operating.

LaRiviere is a local contractor offering a competitive benefit package including company paid medical insurance for the employee, paid holidays, PTO, and automatic company paid 401K contributions. 

Primary Job Function:

  • Ability to operate construction related heavy equipment (Excavator, Skid-steer, bulldozer, backhoe, front end loader, grader, articulating haul truck, etc.) proficiently and safely at all times and in all types of conditions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with ground personnel and/or other operators using universal hand signals.
  • Position requires continuously and frequently bending, climbing stairs, or steps, sitting, lifting up to 50 lbs. (occasionally up to 100lbs with assistance), repeated push / pull motion, simple grasping, fine manipulation. This position will assist with manual labor activities as necessary.
  • Ability to work safely around other moving machinery, exposed to changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, and gases. Required to work in all weather conditions. Duties will vary based on weather and time of season.

Reports to: Job Foreman & Superintendent

Qualifications / Expectations

  • Heavy Equipment Operating Experience: 3 years (5 years preferred)
  • Valid driver's license with clean driving record (CDL a plus)
  • Ability to operate a variety of construction heavy equipment.
  • Must have reliable transportation to area job sites
  • Strong work ethic and the willingness to report to work on time.

Work Hours: Depends on needs of job(s), overtime likely

Daily Duties:

1. Comply with all state and federal laws. 

2. Complete a thorough walk around and daily equipment checklist
3. Attend and participate in regular safety meetings
4. Work and communicate well in a team-oriented environment
5. Occasionally help with labor work
6. Report any safety concerns to your immediate supervisor
7. Report hours and job duties correctly on daily timecards
8. Keep equipment clean. Good housekeeping is a MUST

LaRiviere, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All LaRiviere, Inc. subcontractors and vendors agree they will abide by the equal opportunity provisions of 41CFR 60-1.4.