Pipe Backhoe Operator

Company: Dallas 1 Construction & Dev.
Location: Thonotosassa
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Description: Operate one or more types of track hoe machinery for pipe installation.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consistently monitor and maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Set up or inspect equipment prior to operation.
• Become familiar with digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations, and with efficient and safe digging procedures
• in a given application.
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to
• specifications.
• Operate machinery to perform activities such as backfilling excavations, vibrating or breaking rock or concrete.
• Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation.
• Move materials over short distances, such as around a construction site, factory, or warehouse.
• Create or maintain inclines or ramps.
• Maintain tools and equipment so that they are kept in good working order and are safe for use.
• Handle slides, mud, or pit cleanings or maintenance.
• Measure and verify levels of rock or gravel, bases, or other excavated material.
• Direct ground workers engaged in activities such as moving stakes or markers or changing positions of towers.
• Adjust dig face angles for varying overburden depths and set lengths.
• Perform daily routine maintenance on machine including lubrication and monitor needed repairs/service requirements.
• Other duties as required.Requirements:
  • Three (3) years of experience operating track-hoe for pipe crew in tight spaces.
  • Knowledge reading locate markings and general understanding of underground and/or overhead utilities.
  • Dig trenches to lay or repair storm, sewer, water, and other pipelines.
  • Effective communication skills (both listening and verbal).
  • Knowledge of basic maintenance equipment and perform daily inspections by monitoring fuel, grease, fluid levels and maintenance schedules.
  • Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
  • Ability to understand the limitation of the machine.
  • Working knowledge of operating a backhoe on a pipe crew.Job Specific Competencies:
    • Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in operating different types of heavy equipment.
    • Must be able to perform manual labor (assisting crew members on the ground) in all types of environments and conditions.Physical Requirements:
      • Ability to lift 50 or more pounds.
      • Must be able to work outdoors and withstand different weather elements. PM21PI202113208

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