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Light Equipment Operator

Matrix Service

Emporia, VAJobPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Location
Emporia, VA
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Matrix Service Safety TrainingClient/Site Specific Training

Job overview

Matrix Service is hiring a Light Equipment Operator. The Light Equipment Operator will operate various equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, Cat 308s, excavators, and trenchers to dig holes and trenches, and remove and transport earth, gravel, and other materials. This role involves working around existing underground utilities and in tight areas, while actively supporting the company's commitment to safety and core values.

Key focus areas include Actively support the Company's commitment to safety and its Core Values, Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards, and Adhere to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.

Successful candidates bring 1+ Year Mechanical Experience, 1+ Year Industrial Experience, and 1+ Year Refinery Maintenance Experience. Important skills include Forklift Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Cat 308 Operation, Excavator Operation, Trencher Operation, and Safety Commitment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Forklift OperationSkid Steer OperationCat 308 OperationExcavator OperationTrencher OperationSafety CommitmentHigh Moral StandardsAdhering to Code of Business Conduct and EthicsWork Well With SupervisionDigging Trenches and HolesWorking Around Underground UtilitiesWorking in Tight AreasIdentifying Safety HazardsTaking Corrective ActionBasic Hand Tools

Qualifications

1 Year Mechanical, Industrial or Refinery Maintenance ExperiencePass Equipment TestPass Visual Observation of Operating EquipmentComplete Matrix Service Safety TrainingComplete Client/Site Specific TrainingObtain and Maintain Active Status Within Drug Testing ProgramPass Background CheckAuthorized to Work in the United States Full-TimeMatrix Service Safety TrainingClient/Site Specific Training

Full job description

Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Operate Forklift, Skid Steer, Cat 308, Excavator and trencher which digs holes and trenches and removes and transports earth, gravel and other such materials.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

  • Actively support the Company's commitment to safety and its Core Values

  • Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards, while adhering to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics

  • To work well with supervision.

  • Operate equipment to dig trenches and holes of specified length, depth, and width and grade.

  • Be able to work around existing underground utilities and tight areas.

  • Use equipment to remove loosened material and put in piles or transport trucks.

  • Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.

  • Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

PHYSICAL/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work from elevated or uneven surfaces.

  • Work involves standing and walking for extended periods of time.

  • Ability to work in Confined Spaces.

  • Work may include frequent bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping and occasional climbing onto equipment and/or trailers.

  • Work may include occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying objects weighing a minimum of 35 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds, with assistance, such as raw or fabricated material, equipment or tools.

  • Requires visual ability sufficient to perform job duties. Work normally requires eye-hand coordination.

  • Travel and overtime may be required.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of one (1) year of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience. General knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass equipment test and visual observation of operating equipment. Complete the Matrix Service Safety training, and Client/Site specific training. Obtain and maintain an active status within the drug testing program. Must pass a Background.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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