Heavy Equipment Operator in Kansas City, Kansas at Hawkins Construction Company

Hawkins Construction Company is committed to providing the very best in professional construction services. The most important factor in meeting this goal is our people. Our success is driven by employing people who represent the best in the industry.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Operate heavy equipment in support of construction projects including grading, excavation, paving, and site preparation. This role plays a key part in maintaining productivity, jobsite safety, and quality standards while working closely with foremen and crew members in fast-paced field environments.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, graders, rollers, or similar machinery
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Assist with site preparation, trenching, backfilling, and material placement
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with all OSHA and company safety policies
• Communicate effectively with ground crews and foremen
• Help load, unload, and transport equipment as needed
• Report on mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly

JOB LOCATION:

Kansas City, Kansas, United States

POSITION TYPE:

Full-Time/Regular

BENEFITS:

We Provide:

• Highly Competitive Wages.
• Company Paid Health Insurance and Dental
• Life Insurance, AD&D and LTD
• FSA (Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid Pension Plan (which means nothing comes out of your pocket).
• Performance Based Bonuses.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Internal and External Training and Advancement Opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of experience operating construction or heavy equipment
• Background in road and general construction preferred
• Valid driver's license

*As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo a skills evaluation to assess their proficiency in relevant techniques and safety practices.

TRAITS:

• Strong work ethic
• Strong desire to advance
• Excellent work attitude
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Problem-solving

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Have full use of arms and hands and the ability to reach for, handle and manipulate objects.
• Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds.
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects.
• Carry tools and equipment.
• Be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl for long periods of time.
• Be able to see (naturally or with correction)

The environment is exclusively outdoors; thus, the job often involves all weather extremes. Work requires alert individuals with good balance, physical strength, and on-the-job training.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day.