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Job Overview:
Job Summary:**
Operate various civil and mechanical equipment, excluding over-the-road vehicles, for construction and maintenance projects in desert environments, ensuring safe and efficient execution of tasks for Primoris Services Corporation.
Job Responsibilities:**
* Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, trenchers, and other construction machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
* Perform pre-operational checks and routine maintenance on equipment, including fluid levels, tire pressure, and general condition, and report any malfunctions or damage.
* Adhere to all safety regulations, company policies, and project-specific safety plans.
* Read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and other construction documents to guide equipment operation.
* Excavate, grade, backfill, and compact earth and other materials according to project specifications.
* Assist in the loading and unloading of materials and equipment.
* Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other personnel on site.
* Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment.
* Perform other duties as assigned by project management.
Job Qualifications:**
* Proven experience operating a variety of civil and mechanical construction equipment (excluding over-the-road vehicles).
* Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently in challenging desert environments.
* Strong understanding of construction site safety procedures and protocols.
* Ability to perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on heavy equipment.
* Physical ability to perform strenuous labor, including standing, bending, and lifting in various weather conditions.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
* High school diploma or GED preferred.
* Relevant equipment operator certifications are a plus.
Company Overview:
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Agency Statement
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.
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