Environmental Equipment Operator

Who We Are

Kinsley Construction is a full-service construction company that is committed to doing right by our people, right by our roots and right by you. Operating throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region, we serve clients in a variety of industries. From Building, Civil and Industrial construction, we do what it takes to get the job done and done right. If you want to leave your mark, take pride in what you do each day and create something that you can show off to your family - then join ours.

Why Kinsley Construction?

• Competitive salary and benefits package; including Single and Family Medical Insurance/Dental/Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K Plan with company match, (9) paid holidays, and up to (20) days PTO
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• A company committed to safety, quality, and integrity in all projects
• The chance to be part of a respected construction company with a long history of excellence

Summary of Position

We are looking for a full-time, experienced, and responsible Equipment Operator to join our growing Environmental team. Working as part of the construction crew building and restoring streams and wetland projects using such methods as stream bank stabilization, floodplain restoration, regenerative storm water conveyance, and wetland mitigation.

Typical Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Follows all project instructions from foreman or supervisor.
• Ability to read construction plans while following construction specifications.
• Performs daily inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refers any defects and/or repairs to Operations.
• Safely and efficiently operates heavy construction equipment and trucks such as excavators, track trucks/offroad haul trucks, bulldozers, rubber tire loaders, compact track loaders, tractors and attachments for equipment.
• Installs stream and wetland stabilization structures such as boulder and log installation, rock cross vanes, boulder crops and outcrops toe, boulder clusters, rock and log J hooks, step pools, toe wood, etc.
• Safely operates a variety of tools including hand tools, chainsaws and miscellaneous power tools.
• Ensures construction equipment and tools are cleaned and stored properly.
• Assists other team members while checking on grade of construction.
• Installs site erosion control measures and performs site stabilization as/when necessary.
• Follows all OSHA, MSHA and site-specific safety requirements.
• Effectively communicates with other team members.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and/or reliable transportation.
• 1-2 years of relevant operating experience (especially with excavators & bulldozers).
• Must be able to work out of town (Monday through Friday).
• Must be able to work in outdoor environments, including prolonged walking or standing on various terrain in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and meet necessary deadlines.
• Must have experience with hand tools associated with the trade.
• Must follow all company rules, regulations, policies, guidelines, etc.

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