<p> <strong>We're seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators for a long-term civil tunnel project in New England area. We prioritize your safety and value your expertise. </strong> </p><p> <strong>We offer flexible interview times and an easy-to-follow application process. Apply now to jumpstart your skilled craft career! <br> <br></strong> </p><p> </p><p> <strong>Markets Hiring: </strong>Manchester, NH and surrounding areas<strong> </strong> </p><p> <strong>Salary Range: </strong>$41 per hour </p><p> <strong>Benefits:</strong> </p><ul><li>Medical PPO Plan</li><li>Dental DPO Plan</li><li>Vision Insurance</li><li>Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)</li><li>Disability Insurance</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Paid Sick Leave</li><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>401(k) Plan Matching</li></ul><p> <br> </p><p> <strong>Here's what Skillit needs from you: </strong><br> </p><ul><li>Minimum 3+ years of heavy equipment operation experience, preferably in tunnel or underground projects.</li><li>Knowledge of rigging techniques and safety standards.</li><li>Ability to read and interpret grade plans and follow instructions.</li><li>Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.</li><li>Physical ability to perform labor tasks when necessary.</li><li>OSHA 10 or 30 trained preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of safety procedures and protocols.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to collaborate with a team.</li><li>Physical fitness and ability to work in confined or underground spaces.</li><li>Comfortable working shifts, including nights and weekends.</li><li>High School Diploma or equivalent.</li><li>Problem-solving: Ability to think quickly and problem-solve in an ever-changing environment.</li><li>Mechanical aptitude: A mechanically inclined mindset is beneficial for equipment maintenance and issue identification. This is your equipment, if it doesn't work, you don't</li><li>Communication: The ability to communicate effectively with other crew members, often using hand signals or radios. </li></ul><p> <br> </p><p> <strong>Here's what you'll be doing:</strong> </p><ul><li>Equipment operation: Operate common heavy equipment such as a crane (as CCO crane operator), loader, backhoe, forklift, skid steer, and drill rig in a safe and professional manner. Operate specialized underground/tunnel equipment such as Locomotive, Pressurized face Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), Slurry & Water Treatment Plant in a safe and professional manner.</li><li>Safety and compliance: Following all safety regulations, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), and monitoring the tunnel for hazards.</li><li>Equipment maintenance: Performing regular inspections and minor maintenance on machinery to ensure it is functioning correctly and to prevent breakdowns.</li><li>Performance monitoring: Perform daily equipment upkeep tasks and basic maintenance.</li><li>Team collaboration: Communicating with supervisors, engineers, and other construction workers to ensure project goals are met.</li><li>Record keeping: Maintaining accurate logs of work performed, equipment status, and any incidents.</li><li>Key responsibilities involve adhering strictly to safety protocols, monitoring equipment performance, communicating with the project team, and sometimes managing tunnel control systems for ventilation and traffic.</li><li>Attend and actively participate in daily activity plans and safety meetings.</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?DgpBLR5f5FZgberOauDivBSspfWkuPuPq" width="0" height="0" />