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Overview Remedial Construction Services, L.P. is an environmental remediation, geotechnical construction, and civil construction contractor founded in 1989. We are a national leader in environmental remediation services, including soil remediation, soil stabilization and solidification, landfill cap and cell construction, permeable reactive barriers, deep soil mixing, biopolymer trenches, slurry walls and demolition of hazardous waste sites.The Heavy Equipment Operator III is a senior level or finish grade operator position responsible for operating multiple types of powered construction equipment such as excavators and bulldozers of all sizes and motor graders to excavate, move, and grade materials within finish specifications, and erect structures in a safe and efficient manner. RECON holds safety as a core value, and the operator III must always be focused on safe work practices. Responsibilities Observe and comply with all company and specific site safety and project policies

Supply input to Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and frequent improvements or changes to Job Safety Analysis Plan (JSAP)Perform daily pre-inspection and on-going maintenance checks while operating equipment

Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life according to all relevant policies and procedures

Excavate, move, and grade earth/aggregate or mix ingredients according to site specifications and within limitations of equipment in a safe and productive manner as determined by site construction conditions

Achieve acceptable rough and finish grade in all types of soils and conditions

Constant inspection and surveillance of surroundings before and during operation to ensure safe ground or slope conditions exist, as well as adequate distance observed for other equipment or personnel

Communicate professionally and respectfully with others by all means possible (visual or radio contact) including interpreting hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed or loaded

Work independently and conduct tasks with limited supervision

May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation Responsible for care and custody of equipment being operated, including daily cleaning and maintenance

Report all equipment maintenance issues to superintendent Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Pay attention to surrounding and monitor changes in site conditions

Follow directions and learn from senior operators and superintendents Qualifications Knowledgeable in OSHA regulations regarding excavation methods and practices

Requires the ability to read survey stakes for alignment and grading

Perform duties of equipment operator while using different levels of PPE, which may include respiratory equipment

Perform duties of equipment operator while working in all safe outdoor weather conditions

Ability to travel over extended periods of time on short notice preferred

Ability to read, write, and understand math and English preferred

Must be able to read and properly interpret load charts for associated heavy equipment and manufacturer approved attachments

Required to pass skills test prior to operating equipment

Must be able to understand and demonstrate limitations of equipment Must reliably show up on time for work five to seven days a week as required Must have access to reliable transportation to get to and from the job site daily

Education/ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred Five or more years of equipment operating experience General construction experience preferredMSHA Certification a plus

Field verification of operator experience40-Hour HAZWOPER training with current 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher preferred Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) preferred

Recon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others to apply.Equal Employment Opportunity