Heavy Equipment Operator - Greater LA/Inland Empire, CA

Company: VCI Construction, LLC
Location: Upland
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Company:VCI Construction, LLC is one of the largest full-service communication utilities contractors in Southern California. We have successfully completed and continue to work on a vast number of projects for many of the biggest names in the communication industry. We have built an outstanding reputation for quality service and performance that customers can rely on. We are a stable and well-respected company in our industry.If you have a positive attitude, have excellent work ethics, are interested in joining a team of dedicated professionals, and want to make us "Your Employer of Choice" we want to talk to you!Overview:Our company is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team in Greater LA/Inland Empire, CA. The ideal candidates can operate a variety of underground utility equipment in a safe and effective manner and have a minimum of 2 years of experience.All candidates must adhere to strict safety standards while ensuring the highest quality of work is completed efficiently and timely.Responsibilities:Operate Case backhoe and front end loaders as requiredHeavy excavationOperate graders for leveling and operates tractors to load materials such as dirt and rocks.Operate forklifts and dump trucks to transport materials, trash, and debris. Operates various equipment for general site preparation, landscaping, and related assignments. Perform daily inspection and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as checking oil, water, and tires. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment, tools, and supplies. Reads utility locates, coordinates potholing, and ensures the safety of existing facilities. Operate motor vehicles during travel to/from job sites. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications:Minimum 2 years of experience in underground dry utilitiesMust be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background checkAbility to read and understand work orders, safety rules and operating instructionsFamiliar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.Must have understanding of the hazards and precautions of the tradeMust be able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditionsMust be able to lift and carry materials of all shapes and sizes, weighing 50 to 100 poundsMust be able to maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movementMust be able to stand or walk for long periods of timeMust be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl while performing workMust be able to ascend and descend laddersMust be able to sit for hours on equipmentMust be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hard hat, and any applicable safety gearPositive attitude, hard work ethic, and a priority for safetyMust have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving recordBenefits Include: Competitive Pay Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Plans Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching Stock Purchase Plan Short & Long Term Disability Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Holidays & Vacation (PTO) If you are interested in learning more about our organization, please visit our website www.vcicom.comApplicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required. IND1-Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.ExperiencePreferred2 year(s): Minimum 2 years of experience in underground dry utilitiesLicenses & CertificationsRequiredDriver's LicenseSkillsPreferredConstructionTelecommunicationsConstruction Equipment OperationBehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityMotivationsPreferredSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

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