Heavy Equipment Operator

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH) is currently seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project in Forest Grove, Oregon. Work to start June 2024.

Slayden is a leader in the construction industry, with a primary focus on water and wastewater infrastructure. Slayden is built on strong values, hard work, and a commitment to getting the job done right. The success of our company is best expressed through our efforts to provide a safe workplace with respected employees and a committed management team. Our approach has provided steady growth in work volume, successful career development for personnel, and an extensive list of satisfied clients for more than 30 years.

Essential Functions

• Safe operation of excavator/backhoe/forklift.

• May build level and excavate land surfaces using graders and other construction equipment.

• Knowledge of the excavator/backhoe loading requirements; load charts; and critical picks.

• Perform duties with awareness to avoid overloading, obstruction of equipment movement, working with overhead utilities, etc.

• May operate and maintain window aeration/composting related equipment. Maintain the daily temperature of compost. Prepare soil samples to send laboratory. Change, adjust, replace and/or sludge spreading implements.

• Effectively communicate to all site personnel.

• Maintain daily logs of equipment usage, maintenance, etc.

• Daily maintenance of equipment

• Identify, report, and correct hazards.

• Perform tasks maintaining all health, safety, and environmental rules and ensure all work is done in a manner which enhances the safety of the work environment.

Basic Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience as a heavy equipment operator.

• Comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, load charts, and procedure manuals.

• Working knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations.

• AWWA and/or large diameter/large bore piping.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Documentation must be provided at the time of application.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have a valid drivers license.

• Ability to understand technical instructions.

• Knowledge of load-bearing capabilities of all equipment.

• Good understanding of fluid mechanics and all of the components involved in these processes.

• If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application, and is physically fit to perform the work.

• Required to communicate information, ideas, and directions with the capability to perform the task or project discussed.

• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with utmost regard for safety.

• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required.

• Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background checks, as a condition of employment.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• Paid Time Off (sick time)
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program