• Equipment Operator Craftsman 2

    TIC - The Industrial Company (Abilene, TX)


    Requisition ID: 177689

    Position Summary

    The Equipment Operator Craftsman 2 (Wheel Loader) plays a critical role in supporting construction activities on industrial sites. This position is responsible for operating wheel loaders to move, load, and distribute construction materials such as aggregates, soil, and debris in compliance with project specifications and strict safety standards. Operators must ensure equipment reliability, maintain site productivity, and work collaboratively with other craft professionals to meet project deadlines.

    Experience Level

    Intermediate

    Primary Responsibilities and Duties

    • Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.

    • Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.

    • Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.

    • Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.

    • May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills

    • Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

    Qualifications

    + Minimum 3–5 years of experience operating wheel loaders on industrial or heavy construction projects.

    + May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.

    + Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.

    + Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.

    + Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

    Requirements

    • Able to meet all physical requirements.

    • Must have all required tools

    • Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)

    • Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

    • Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload

    • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

     

    Company: TIC_Craft