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Company Name: Baker Concrete Construction, Inc Location: Hamlet, NC, US, 28345 Req ID : 7841 Travel: None Number of Openings: 3 Find a greater purpose with a team that puts people first. Baker Construction is the nation's top specialty concrete contractor. At Baker, you can count on steady work and reliable pay. When you finish one job, the next one is already lined up. You'll be able to provide for your family with confidence. Your hard work will pay off with more opportunities to train and advance. If you have grit and determination, you'll have the support you need to achieve your dreams. Apply today and be more with Baker.

Summary Under the supervision of a foreman/lead, the Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, backhoes, excavators, dozers, skid steer loaders, track loaders, rubber tire loaders, etc. to move earth, rocks, and debris on construction sites. The Operator is responsible for lay-outs, fine grading, and completing finishing applications and hoisting. Additionally, the Operator ensures the equipment is well maintained and operating efficiently.

Roles and Responsibilities The Equipment Operator will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform their role in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

• Sets-up and uses a rotating laser to ensure a level grade.
• Sets-up and uses a Slope laser to ensure a sloping grade.
• Maintains production with fine grade operation such as placement of rock trucks.
• Ensures proper grade is obtained
• Determines equipment needed as well as rate of delivery for rock.
• Determines what type of equipment is needed to produce the required compaction.
• Exercises the proper methods of backfilling in lifts (for example keep lifts level and consistent for proper compaction.)
• Controls and maintains lay-out lines during excavation.
• Maintains OSHA standards with benching and slopes during and after operation.
• Determines what type of lay-back or bench is needed for safe working conditions by type of soils.
• Determines a percentage of spoils to remain for backfill if using on-site materials and places in a manner that is free from wet conditions.
• Determines how many spoil trucks will be needed for a continuous flow without trucks stacking up or equipment setting.
• Determines what type of equipment is needed.
• Tracks and escorts deliveries
• Inspects quality of materials and signs tickets
• Maintains barcode tags for inventory control
• Maintains dumpsters
• Serves as designated "fire watch" for welding and other hot work applications
• Assists in inspection of fall protection equipment
• Serves as a confined space attendant
• Flags as necessary for operators
• Serves as crane spotter and inspects swing path
• Maintains hydration and sanitation stations
• Maintains port-o-cleans
• Serves as a "hole watch"
• Tracks, inspects, and performs sign-in & sign-out procedures
• Performs maintenance and repair on equipment
• Maintains drawing copies and revisions
• Escorts new hires, visitors and corporate personnel
• Tracks office inventory, organizes supplies and tidies job trailer
• Runs errands, files, faxes & answers incoming calls

Requirements The Equipment Operator will possess the knowledge, skill, and/or ability in the following areas essential to perform the functions of the position. High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to write routine correspondence, and communicate with co-workers. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to calculate mathematical figures such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to read and use a tape measure and apply associated math skills. Ability to work with others in a team environment. Ability to deal with problems involving specific variables in standardized situations. Ability to comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished by written, oral or diagram form. Must have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 80 pounds. Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl. Ability to handle equipment such as Fork-lift, Back-hoe, Excavator, Roller, Dozer, Skid steer Loader, Track Loader, and Rubber tire loader Ability to tolerate heights without fear. Ability to maintain balance. At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. You'll earn great pay and benefits to protect you and your family and to plan for your future. We're also a company deeply rooted in values. We put people first, honor our word, and have the grit to get the job done. Go further with a team that will value and reward your grit. Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer. Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing hrtech@sharedservices.cc or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.