Heavy Equipment Operator-Arizona
Company: Ames Construction
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: November 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Company Overview
Ames Construction - A full-service heavy civil and industrial
general contractor and a proven self-performer who completes
projects safely, on time, and within budget. Ames is a family-owned
company deeply rooted in a strong work ethic committed to building
relationships founded on honesty, performance, and mutual trust.
For 60 years we have served diverse clientele throughout the United
States and Canada, with project work in many market segments,
including mines, railroads, power plants, roads, bridges, dams,
renewables, and hydro facilities. Our continued growth offers
exciting and challenging opportunities. By joining the Ames family,
you will be working with the industry's best talent for a
nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.
An Operator operates several types of power construction equipment,
such as compressors, pumps, hoists, derricks, cranes, shovels,
tractors, dozers, scrapers, and motor graders to excavate, move,
and grade earth. An operator will turn valves to control the air
and water output of compressors and pumps. Adjusts hand wheels and
depresses pedals to drive machine and control attachments, such as
blades, buckets, scrapers, and swing booms. Repairs and maintains
equipment.
Ames is looking for Scraper Operators (631/Water Pull) that are
safe, efficient, highly skilled, and productive operators for our
projects in and near: Wickenburg, AZ, Kingman, AZ, Payson, AZ,
Safford and Globe, AZ.
Operator Apprentices are encouraged to apply as well.
Basic Employment Requirements
* Be committed to working safely and to wearing all of the required
safety equipment.
* Report any unsafe conditions or acts to your immediate
supervisor
* Pass a Pre-employment Drug Screen and Alcohol Test. Free of
medication that may limit or alter the ability to operate equipment
in a safe manner
* Be able to read and understand Safety and Employment
requirements
* Be dependable consistent about attendance and punctuality
* Willing and able to work extended hours and possible nights and
weekends as required
* Tolerate temperature extremes and changing job site conditions
(rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)
* Be committed to helping achieve a 100% no-accident work area
* Be committed to supporting the team achieve its production goals
at any assigned task
* Maintain a professional attitude while learning each task and
take constructive criticism as a motivation to learn
* Arizona region will require joining and maintaining membership in
local operators' union.
Minimum Physical Requirements
* Have full range of motion with neck, back, and hands, and exert
muscle force repeatedly or continuously
* Have vision at 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
* Have the ability to hear at an average level with or without
hearing devices
* Be able to climb in/out of equipment without assistance
* Be able to walk on uneven surfaces
* Be able to twist, stoop, and bend while maintaining
sure-footedness and balance
* Spend about 80% of your time in motion while operating
equipment
* This is a 'Safety-sensitive position' which means a position in
which an impairment caused by drug or alcohol usage would threaten
the health or safety of any person
Essential Job Skills
* Operate the Track Equipment in all phases of operations, during
normal conditions, night conditions, adverse weather,
emergenciesions; including hand and foot controls
* Perform routine maintenance, and watch gauges, dials, or other
indicators to ensure working properly
* Exercise good judgment about the safety and health of you and
others
* Complete and understand the paperwork necessary for this job
* Be organized and able to execute verbal and written
instructions
* Be able to work with others and also to work independently on
assigned tasks
* Maintain good housekeeping cab and work area at all times
* Accurately complete a daily timecard and other paperwork as
required
Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Women,
minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are
encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Keywords: Ames Construction, Scottsdale , Heavy Equipment Operator-Arizona, Other , Scottsdale, Arizona
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