Secon | Operator - Southeast AK
Subsidiary: COLASKA
Secon is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Secon is based in Juneau, where the company provides construction materials commercially, with satellite offices in Sitka and Ketchikan. Secon constructs project large and small; be it highways, airports, rural roads or mining developments. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Secon, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.
THIS IS A UNION POSITION
Job Summary
The Heavy Equipment Operator manages the safe and efficient operation of multiple pieces of construction equipment. They are proficient in the use of a diverse range of equipment, including Excavators, Loaders, Dozers, Rollers, Graders, Skid Steers, and others as required.
Main Responsibilities
- Operate power construction equipment, such as bulldozers, front-end loaders, backhoes, scrapers, motor graders, shovels, and derricks.
- May also be responsible for running large pumps or air compressors.
- Heavy equipment operators drive heavy construction equipment and control their attachments, such as buckets, swing booms, scrapers, and blades. They also control water and air output of pumps and compressors.
- Heavy equipment operators should know basic maintenance and repair of the equipment they operate.
- Operating engineers may be expected to perform equipment and materials inspections.
- Must be able to understand specifications and instructions, both verbal and written.
- Working with heavy-duty machinery requires knowledge of and strict adherence to safety regulations.
- Wear all proper personal protective equipment.
- Travel within Southeast Alaska communities may be required.
- Must be able to work overtime, including Saturdays and Sundays. Typically, weekly work hours can meet or exceed 60 hours.
Education & Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum of one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Current member of applicable Union.
Skills
- MSHA Certification.
- OSHA 10 hr Certification.
- CPR/First Aid Certification desired.
Physical Requirements
- Pass pre-employment/random drug screening and a PAT (physical abilities test).
- May occasionally exert force of 20-50 pounds, 10-25 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds constantly
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
- access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
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