Heavy Equipment Operator - Primoris Heavy Civil - Lockport, LA

<p>Primoris Services Corporation is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Primoris Heavy Civil team in Lockport, LA. This role involves operating a variety of heavy machinery safely and efficiently to support civil construction projects.<br /><br />Job Responsibilities:<br /><br />* Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, graders, loaders, scrapers, compactors, and other construction equipment according to project requirements and safety standards.<br />* Perform daily pre-operation and post-operation checks of equipment, including fluid levels, tire pressure, and general condition, and complete required documentation.<br />* Conduct minor maintenance and lubrication of equipment as needed and report any mechanical issues or defects to supervisors immediately.<br />* Read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and other construction documents to ensure accurate excavation, grading, and material placement.<br />* Work collaboratively with ground crew, foremen, and other team members to ensure efficient project execution.<br />* Adhere strictly to all company safety policies and procedures, as well as OSHA regulations.<br />* Maintain a clean and organized work area around the equipment.<br />* Assist with other general labor duties on site when equipment operation is not required.<br /><br />Job Qualifications:**<br /><br />* Minimum of 3-5 years of verifiable experience operating multiple types of heavy construction equipment.<br />* Proven ability to read and interpret plans, grades, and stakes.<br />* Strong understanding of excavation, grading, and earthwork principles.<br />* Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; CDL preferred but not always required.<br />* Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions.<br />* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety.<br />* Physical ability to perform manual labor in various weather conditions, including lifting up to 50 lbs.<br />* Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.<br />* High school diploma or equivalent preferred.</p>

Back to blog

Other Jobs To Apply

No other job posts for this day.

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...