HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR POSITIONS - HAMPTON ROADS

Heavy Equipment Operator Positions - Hampton Roads

Branch Civil is searching for skilled, reliable, and experienced heavy equipment operators to join our well-established, growing company. We have a variety of field positions in the Hampton Roads, VA, area. We are specifically looking for: Bulldozer Operators, Excavator Operators, etc. The positions will perform a variety of tasks in heavy/highway construction projects.

*By applying to this posting, you are joining our talent community for current and future opportunities. We may not have a specific opening that suits your skills right now, but could in the future. If you're not contacted soon, your application will remain on file for future consideration. If you have questions, please email the talent acquisition team at employment@branchgroup.com.

Duties/Responsibilities

Depending on position, duties could include some or all of the following:

• Follow project instructions from the construction manager or supervisor
• Use construction and maintenance tools and equipment to complete daily tasks
• Follow all health and safety procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to management.
• Safely operate a variety of tools including pressure washers, jackhammers, drills, pipe saws, grinders, jumping jack, and plate compactor.
• Ensure construction equipment and tools are cleaned and stored properly
• Comply with all BCI, OSHA, or other relevant safety rules and regulations
• Conduct all business with a professional and respectful attitude

Qualifications

Depending on position, duties could include some or all of the following:

• Positive attitude and work ethic
• Able to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Basic computer skills with iPad and MS office experience
• CDL License with hazmat and tanker endorsements required within 60 days
• 2-3 years operator experience
• DOT experience preferred

Competencies

Dependability, Productivity, Communicating Effectively, Following Policies and Procedures, Working Safely

Travel

N/A

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands). The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

40 hours per week. Schedules may vary based on project.

AAP/EEO Statement

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.