Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Thalle Construction Co., Inc.

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. Emporia, VA

$22 - $26 an hour

A Great Opportunity to Work on Challenging Heavy Civil Construction Projects, Utilize Your Unique Talents & Help Our Company Grow!

Thalle Construction (www.tullygroup.us), established in 1947, is a privately-owned, growing heavy civil construction company, which has been in business for more than 65 years. Thalle is a member of the Tully Group. Thalle Construction is a diversified heavy civil construction company with projects across the Mid-West and East Coast of the U.S.

The Company has an immediate opening for Bulldozer and Excavator Heavy Equipment Operators

Position/Location : Operators / Northampton County, NC

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operate various types and sizes of bulldozers and excavators on a large construction site.
  • Follow all company safety policies including taking specific action to avoid other workers, equipment, potential obstructions
  • Operate equipment in an efficient manner and follow instruction of on-site management
  • Follow all equipment monitoring and maintenance requirements
  • Must be capable and willing to maintain/grease equipment
  • Conduct work with 100% integrity and professionalism

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

  • High school diploma preferred
  • Minimum two (2) years construction experience
  • Minimum two (2) valid references required - references will be contacted prior to hire.
  • Ability to receive written or oral instructions
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationship with office and field personnel
  • Must be committed to contributing to a culture of safety, looking out for yourself and others

Physical Requirements:

  • Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
  • Work long shifts
  • Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
  • Must have good hand-eye coordination, quick reaction times.
  • Able to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, and safety-toed boots.
  • Able to walk moderate distances to reach work area up to 1/2 mile
  • Able to Enter the cab of a vehicle that is 3.5 feet (or more) off the ground
  • Able to safely operate the equipment (if authorized for that piece of equipment)
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
  • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-VERIFY and Drug Free Work Place.

Thalle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

  • Please list the types of heavy equipment you are qualified to operate, or any relevant certifications.

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • construction: 2 years (Required)
  • heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Preferred)
  • OSHA 10 (Required)
  • OSHA 30 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

  • 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations




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