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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR & GENERAL LABORER

JME is a commercial and residential construction contractor that performs sitework, utility, demolition, land stabilization, retaining wall and trucking services. Our shop and office are located in Plum Borough, but work is performed throughout Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas. 
We are looking to build a team that holds similar values to our own and want to work for a company with a family-like atmosphere. We want people who are eager to learn and have a strong work ethic, which is just as important as a good skillset. We need people that are capable, autonomous, and trustworthy. We want JME to be a long-term home for those looking to work in the construction industry. 
JME offers competitive wages, a good benefits package, and a family-like atmosphere. Wages start at $20.00-$30.00/HR and increase depending on skills and experience. Healthcare benefits include medical, vision, and dental plans. Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a company match. Bonuses are at the discretion of management and are awarded based on individual and company performance. Time off consists of poor working conditions, sick days, vacation days and holidays.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    • Operate heavy machinery to excavate and grade earth, install underground utilities, demolish site and building structures, unload/load material and supplies, erect retaining wall and other structures, and other various construction activities

    • Perform routine inspections on heavy machinery and perform preventative maintenance. Refer defects or repairs needed to their appropriate supervisor

    • Load/Unload equipment from trailers for mobilization and demobilization to jobsites

    • Typical heavy machinery consists of excavators, dozers, skid-steers, compact track loaders, compactors, backhoes, telehandlers, and others

  • General Laborer

    • Assist in excavation and earth grading, installation of underground utilities, demolition of site and building structures, unloading/loading material and supplies, erecting retaining walls and other structures, and other various construction activities

    • Assist in setting up and maintaining traffic control

    • Assist other trades in performing their duties

    • Operate small and medium sized equipment which consists of jumping jack tampers, plate tampers, trench compactors, jackhammers, saws, pumps, air tools, and other various construction equipment

    • Setup lasers for performing utility and other construction work

  • Perform other tasks required by management

Requirements:

  • Meet ALL company values

  • Safety oriented

  • Clear and concise communication skills

  • Experience in earthwork and underground utility construction

  • Valid driver’s license and reliable mode of transportation

  • Able to reliably and safely operate company vehicles when needed

  • Able to follow directions for different construction tasks

  • Able to evaluate and comprehend different types of information such as documents, plans, pictures, etc.

  • Basic competency in math, geometry, volumes, and weights

  • Able to read and comprehend plans and construction standards in order to perform work correctly and safely

  • Basic technology skills for use of different company software and hardware

  • Mobility – Able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Also required to physically move light and heavy objects

  • Must be willing to work overtime, nights, and weekends when needed by management

  • Appropriate work clothing which includes safety boots, long pants, and other required clothing specific to each jobsite

Working Conditions

  • Regularly exposed to outside weather which consists of cold, wet, hot and humid conditions

  • Other conditions include working around moving equipment, above or below ground level, around fumes or airborne particles, toxic or dangerous chemicals, vibration, loud working environments, and others

 This posting is not intended to be a complete or comprehensive list of activities, responsibilities, or requirements of the employee for this job.