Job Description

 

A Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the operation of shore equipment on the fill site. 

Essential Job Functions

Operate equipment and provide assistance to the Foreman and other Fill Placers in the construction of shore pipeline  Place material and maintain fill area grades Perform other incidental work associated with the operation of the shore disposal area Provide light maintenance and upkeep to the equipment Performs other duties as assigned by the project site management Follows all company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment

Requirements 

3+ years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator High School diploma or equivalent required Ability to work 84 hour work week Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language Computer literate preferred

Required Certifications or Licenses

Driver’s license  TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential  Certified CAT operator (preferred)

Physical Requirements

Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders that have capacity limits of 300 lbs. Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Additional Duties

This Job Description does not cover all of the required duties, activities, functions and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Weeks Marine, Inc. and all its subsidiaries and affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and prohibit unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.      

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.   

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.