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    Heavy Equipment Operator - Grand Rapids, United States - Thornapple Excavating

    Thornapple Excavating
    Thornapple Excavating Grand Rapids, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job DescriptionPosition: Dozer Operator
    Location: Grand Rapids, MI
    FT / PT Status: Full-Time

    Who is Thornapple Excavating?
    Over the last 40 years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

    Job Responsibilities:
    • Operate a dozer, excavator, or other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
    • Ability to operate proficiently and at a "finish grade" level.
    • Read and understand blueprints to understand the site plan.
    • Set up rotary lasers and use for site grading.
    • Communicate with site supervisor or foreman about the site-specific specifications or requirements or general plans.
    • Communicate with laborers, truck drivers, and other employees to help keep the site running safely and efficiently.
    • Perform general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily.
    • Clean and maintain equipment inside and out.
    • Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day.
    • Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating a different piece of equipment or helping laborers when a situation demands it.
    • Knowledge and understanding of commercial excavating and grades.
    • Consistently show up on time and ready to work.
    • Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times.

    Job Qualifications:
    • Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
    • Must have a firm understanding grades and commercial earthwork.
    • Prior experience with operating with GPS is encouraged, but not required.
    • Ability to perform your work with limited direction / supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment.
    • Comfortable working in a high-stress environment.
    • Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.
    • Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic.

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