Equipment Operator (Westminster, MD)

Subsidiary: HRI, Inc. (140) 

HRI, Inc. is part of Barrett Industries, a leader in heavy civil construction in the northeastern United States.  HRI engages in heavy civil construction projects in Pennsylvania in addition to specific project work in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia.  Since 1947, HRI’s mission has been to strengthen and grow by empowering our people, fostering innovation, and utilizing new technology. Barrett Industries is a subsidiary of the Colas Group, a worldwide leader in infrastructure construction and maintenance. Our company provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee.

HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an experienced and energetic Heavy Equipment Operator at its Westminster, Maryland job site.

While the corporate office is based in State College, PA, the qualified candidate will be based in Maryland where they will work on the Westminster wastewater plant project. Some travel will be a requirement for the position

The Heavy Equipment Operator position is within our Utilities Region, where we are a leader in the water/wastewater treatment plant construction business in addition to our leading position with large, municipal pipe projects. Our project market includes most of Pennsylvania and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.

The successful candidate will be able to work under adverse conditions such as mud and dust. They will know how to read survey stakes and understand different slopes. Also, understand the workings of the equipment to operate properly. The selected candidate will have to perform preventive maintenance and servicing which may be required.

The responsibilities of the Heavy Equipment Operator include, but are not limited to:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner within a production environment
• Know how to operate and maintain all heavy equipment including bulldozers, front-end loaders, track hoes, loaders, skid steers and other related equipment including small tools
• Perform daily and safety checks of equipment
• Works under the direction of the site Foreman
• Performs daily safety and maintenance checks
•  Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored
•  Advise Foreman of any required maintenance or repairs
•  Practice workplace safety to ensure the safety of fellow employees and public
• Understand and follow directions from supervisors as to required work area.
• Operate Loader on public or private roadways, maintaining proper awareness of ones surroundings
• Perform routine cleaning and grease for equipment

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have 3 years’ experience
• Must have construction experience
• Ability to use equipment  properly and safely
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Must have an acceptable safety record and be committed to working safely
• Overtime as required
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Knowledge reading locate sheets and possible underground and/or overhead utilities
• Knowledge of equipment operation, cleaning and maintenance requirements 
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective communication skills (both listening and verbal)
• Good work ethic, professional, and positive attitude

The Heavy Equipment Operator position is a full-time position with a great starting rate and excellent benefits package.

A typical work schedule would be four 10 hour shifts, Monday through Thursday. This may vary from time to time.

Colas Inc.and its subsidiaries (HRI Inc.) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here EEO document.  If you need accomodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact Colas Inc. 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.