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Location:
United States, Idaho Falls

Category:
Construction

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Job Description:

This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of various types of construction equipment including but not limited to Loaders, Back Hoes, Track Hoes, Haul Trucks, Water Trucks, Etc.

Job Responsibility:

Operate equipment safely and efficiently
Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading
Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging
Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor
Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards
Keep time and material records
Knowledge of aggregate sizes and classifications
Knowledge of weight requirements of loads leaving the pit
Travel from interstate highway to rural dirt roads from various locations
May assist Laborer at various job sites as needed
May perform physical tasks involved with laying pipe and utility lines, and/or tasks involved with road construction and laying asphalt, etc.

Requirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred
Previous heavy equipment operation experience or training is highly preferred
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting
Valid Driver’s License is preferred
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations
Responds promptly to customer needs
Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment
Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner
Reacts well under pressure
Accepts responsibility for own actions
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures
Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines
Reports potentially unsafe conditions
Uses equipment and materials properly
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment
Changes approach or method to best fit the situation
Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction
Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals
Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed
Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Applies feedback to improve performance
The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

What we offer:

Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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