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LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

ZACHRY is currently seeking a Light Equipment Operator for Maintenance work.

Position Summary

A Light Equipment Operator will support and execute the safe, quality, and efficient completion of various tasks related to maintenance work being performed at a petrochemical processing plant, including but not limited to:

• Craft specific light equipment operation
• Providing support services such as but not limited to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material kitting/delivery, general housekeeping, etc.
• Inspection, maintenance, cleaning, and safe operation of light equipment to perform earthwork, construction, and other related activities utilizing various types of equipment to include but not limited to mini-excavator, skidsteer loaders, AWP (manlifts, scissor lifts, etc.), forklifts (RT, Warehouse, straight mast and/or extendable boom), etc.

Qualification Highlights

• Overtime, call-out, etc. as required
• Must be willing and able to work:
  • Up to 7 days per week
  • Overtime, call-out, etc. as required
• Must have reliable transportation
• Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing light equipment operator activities.
• Must maintain satisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of no less than 3.0. Unsatisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of less than 3.0 for two consecutive cycles will result in disciplinary action, up to termination, for poor performance.
• Must be capable of working under the direction of a skilled Leadman and under the supervision of an experienced Foreman.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements – see below.
• Must be capable of reading, understanding, and adhering to restrictions and/or requirements of various types of work permits and/or JSAs.
• Up to 7 days per week
• Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to utilize all related tools, apparatuses, equipment, etc. to execute safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.
• Must successfully complete Short Service Employee (SSE) program, if applicable.
• Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to oversee safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.
• Must successfully complete a 90-day probationary period. Any disciplinary and/or attendance issues during this time will be grounds for termination.

Position Responsibilities

• Inspection, maintenance, cleaning, and safe operation of light equipment to perform earthwork, construction, and other related activities utilizing various types of equipment to include but not limited to mini-excavator, skidsteer loaders, AWP (manlifts, scissor lifts, etc.), forklifts (RT, Warehouse, straight mast and/or extendable boom), etc.
• Must have extensive and demonstrated experience performing light equipment operations in a petrochemical facility.
• Must be capable of and will be expected to perform pre-task hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement pro-active elimination and/or mitigation techniques.
• Applicable customer initiatives/programs
• Safe Catch/Quality Catch/Stop Work Authority
• Must have a strong approach, understanding, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in an industrial environment.
• Provides support services such as but not limited to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material kitting/delivery, general housekeeping, etc.
• Must actively participate and support site programs such as (at a minimum):
  • Safe Catch/Quality Catch/Stop Work Authority
  • Continuous Improvement (SMART Focus)
  • Applicable customer initiatives/programs
• Continuous Improvement (SMART Focus)

Preferred Qualifications

Current or Former Zachry Employee with acceptable ESR rating only.

Reports to Position

This position does not have any direct reports.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be capable of reading and comprehending technical manuals as well as industrial/engineered drawings such as but not limited to blueprints, sketches, plans, P&ID, etc. to determine scope of work, locations, required tools/equipment, and bill of materials to execute activities.
• Must have a minimum score of 85% on the Zachry Craft Assessment test pre-employment.
• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Performance Verified (PV) certification for Equipment Operation or certification from accredited Equipment Operator training program.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Must possess good problem-solving abilities and an agile mindset.
• Must possess effective communication skills (written and/or verbal) with co-workers, supervisors, and customer.
• Must possess a strong commitment/understanding of Zachry and customer core values, safety rules, and regulations.
• Must poses knowledge and experience with understanding, shooting, and achieving grade/elevation, soil types, compaction techniques, signaling operations, safe excavation, shoring, and shielding practices, trench inspections and safety, etc.
• Must poses knowledge and experience with light equipment preventive maintenance responsibilities of the operator such as daily inspections, greasing, etc.
• Must poses knowledge and experience of hoisting/lifting/and rigging practices to execute these activities in a safe and controlled manner with the assistance of come-along, cranes, etc.
• Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing light equipment operator activities.
• Must be capable of leading and mentoring other crew members such as helpers, apprentices, and Journeymen II.
• Must possess and maintain a valid TWIC card for the duration of employment.
• Must possess skills and ability to preplan, coordinate, and order material for specific jobs/activities/tasks.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and valid Driver’s License.
• Must have experience using industrial hand and power tools in an industrial work environment.
• Must successfully complete and maintain applicable Safety Council and/or Site-Specific credentials for the duration of employment.
• Must possess and maintain valid 40-hour HAZWOPER credentials.
• Must possess aptitude for light equipment, have effective computing, literacy, and numeracy skills, and manual dexterity.
• Must have at a minimum 4 years of related experience as a Light Equipment Operator.

Physical Requirements

• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Must be capable and comfortable working at extreme heights on fixed, temporary, and/or mobile platforms.
• Must be capable and comfortable working within confined spaces to include but not limited to tanks, vessels, pits, excavations, etc.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50lbs.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, chemical suits, and steel-toe boots.
• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, cycling, bending, squatting, lifting, and physically demanding work.
• Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.

Medical Requirements

• Pulmonary Function Test
• Pre-Employment Physical
• Scott AV 2000
• Scott AV 3000
• Audiogram
• Respiratory Protection/Fit Test:
  • Scott AV 3000
  • Scott AV 2000
  • 3M 6000
• 3M 6000
• Drug Screen

Safety Orientation/Training Requirements

• MVR
• 08COCFW: Chevron OP Fire Watch Attendant
• Industrial Worker
• Confined Space
• Audio
• Permit Training
• Asbestos Awareness
• Confined Space Attendant
• Aerial Work Platform
• Driver’s Safety
• TWIC
• Hydrogen Sulfide
• Scaffold User
• Site Specific
• Fire Watch
• Basic Plus
• Supplied Air
• Energy Control
• 08COCCSE: Chevron OP Confined Space Attendant
• Rigger Training
• Hole Watch
• Lead Awareness
• 08COC309A: Chevron OP Authorized Electrical
• Respiratory Safety
• Forklift Training
• Lock, Tag, Try
• 08COCSS: Chevron OP Site Specific
• Flagger Training
• 08COCPLW: Chevron OP Person Leading Work
• Gulf Coast Safety Council
  • 08BOP: Basic Plus/Refresher
  • 08COCSS: Chevron OP Site Specific
  • 08COCCSE: Chevron OP Confined Space Attendant
  • 08COCFW: Chevron OP Fire Watch Attendant
  • 08COCPLW: Chevron OP Person Leading Work
  • 08COC309A: Chevron OP Authorized Electrical
• 08BOP: Basic Plus/Refresher

Certifications and/or Licenses Required:

• ER-SHE-POL-422-F02 Vehicle Operating Policy Signature Page
• ER-SHE-POL-422 Vehicle Operating Policy
• For the selected candidate, please process the following forms during the pre-employment phase:
  • ZG-POL-001 Computer Use Policy
  • TIS-POL-301-F01 Computer Use Policy Signature Form
  • TIS-SOP-12.7.4-F02 IT Request Form
  • ER-SHE-POL-422 Vehicle Operating Policy
  • ER-SHE-POL-422-F02 Vehicle Operating Policy Signature Page
  • ER-SHE-POL-422-F01 MVR Disclosure
  
  
• Zachry Craft Assessment test score of at least 85%.
• NST 40 Hour HAZWOPER Training
• ER-SHE-POL-422-F01 MVR Disclosure
• NCCER Performance Verified (PV) Equipment Operator certification.
• For the selected candidate, please complete the following training during the pre-employment phase:
  • NST 40 Hour HAZWOPER Training
• TIS-POL-301-F01 Computer Use Policy Signature Form
• ZG-POL-001 Computer Use Policy
• TIS-SOP-12.7.4-F02 IT Request Form

Background Check Required: No

Computer Required:

• Zachry e-mail address required.

Craft License Required: No