Job Description

Overview

Archer Western Construction, a member of The Walsh Group is currently seeking a Backhoe Operator for the San Juan Lateral Pumping Plant , in Gallup, New Mexico .

The Backhoe Operator's primary function is to operate a Backhoe at the site of work to construct, maintain, or repair highway, heavy civil, or building type structures; equipment operators are also expected to assist in other duties around the jobsite as needed.

Walsh is a rapidly growing, highly diversified construction company, and we constantly seek builders and business people to join our industry-leading team. Walsh employees are "built to succeed" - competitive entrepreneurs with strong character who are energized by working on a team to meet challenges and are willing to take risks after careful planning. There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

Challenging, complex projects
Creative and innovative problem solving environment
Supportive, communicative managers who reward your success
Opportunities for growth, training, and development
Flexibility to build what you want, where you want

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Operates a Backhoe to complete tasks such as digging, excavating, and move and/or transport materials such as dirt, rocks, and other types of aggregate
Must have knowledge of operating procedures as it pertains to loading and unloading materials
May oil, grease, service, and make normal maintenance adjustments on equipment; perform daily safety and maintenance checks; complete paperwork and other documentation as needed
May perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

3-5 Years Operating Experience Preferred
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
May be required to work in adverse weather conditions
Requires the ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure projects are completed properly
Possess a strong work ethic and desire to learn
Requires good manual dexterity; may be standing, bending, kneeling or sitting for long periods
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Job Locations US-NM-Gallup

Job ID 2021-5722

Category Water

This job was posted on Tue Sep 06 2022 and expired on Wed Sep 07 2022.

Minimum $27K /yr

$45K /yr Average

Maximum $92K /yr

Tasks

Move levers, depress foot pedals, and turn dials to operate power machinery, such as power shovels, stripping shovels, scraper loaders, or backhoes.

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, or making winter roads.

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.

Lubricate, adjust, or repair machinery and replace parts, such as gears, bearings, or bucket teeth.

Handle slides, mud, or pit cleanings or maintenance.

Direct workers engaged in placing blocks or outriggers to prevent capsizing of machines when lifting heavy loads.

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.

Drive machines to work sites.

Perform manual labor to prepare or finish sites, such as shoveling materials by hand.

Skills

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Knowledge

Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.