Heavy Equipment Operator
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Black & McDonald Limited is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator. Black & McDonald is seeking a committed and collaborative Heavy Equipment Operator for its Salt Lake City team. This role involves operating and maintaining heavy machinery, performing construction and maintenance tasks, assisting with utility work, and ensuring equipment safety. The operator will also handle logistics and specialized tasks as directed by the site supervisor.
Key focus areas include Operate and maintain heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, backhoes, bulldozers, graders, skid steers, dump trucks, and specialized utility equipment, Perform trenching, shoring, grading, and grading for roads, bridges, culverts, flood channels, and utility installations, and Assist in installing or repairing sanitary sewer, storm drain, and water lines.
Successful candidates bring Valid Class A CDL Driver License, Ability To Pass Drug Screening And Motor Vehicle Background Check, and Effective Communication And Collaboration Skills. Important skills include Reading, Writing, Communication, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Excavators, Loaders, Backhoes, and Bulldozers.
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BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With nearly 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
At B&M Energy & Infrastructure (BMEI), we train, trust and empower our employees to exceed the expectations of our internal and external customers. Our core values build respect, and our employees share a commitment for continuous improvement. It is the policy of BMEI to comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
BMEI's Salt Lake City team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
The Heavy Equipment Operator opportunity is located in the Salt Lake City area and typically reports directly to the site supervisor. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, backhoes, bulldozers, graders, skid steers, dump trucks, and specialized utility equipment
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Construction & Maintenance: Perform trenching, shoring, grading, grading, and grading for roads, bridges, culverts, flood channels, and utility installations.
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Utility Work: Assist in installing or repairing sanitary sewer, storm drain, and water lines, confirming utility locations before excavation
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Maintenance & Safety: Inspect equipment daily, perform basic routine maintenance, and follow OSHA and company safety rules.
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Logistics: Load trucks with materials, rock, and dirt; transport equipment and materials for projects
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Specialized Tasks: May include operating specialized tools like asphalt rollers, chip boxes, and vac trucks
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Perform other activities at construction sites, as directed.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
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2-5 years of construction-related experience preferred
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Experience with heavy equipment (Backhoe loader, Track loader, Dozer, etc.)
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Valid Class A CDL driver license with a clean record is required
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Willing to work overtime
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Required to pass drug screening and motor vehicle background check
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Must be able to read, write, communicate and collaborate effectively with other co-workers, teams and clients daily
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Must be able to physically perform the essential job functions; this includes lifting, climbing, walking, and standing for extended periods
Black & McDonald / BMEI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates to take part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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