Heavy equipment operator

Roux Associates, Inc. provides integrated environmental services for investigation, remediation, and redevelopment of environmentally challenged properties throughout Western New York from our Buffalo, New York office.

We seek a Heavy Equipment Operator to support our environmental remediation projects and facilities located throughout Western New York. CDL license preferred. This is a full-time position with comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation. Build your career as we help rebuild Western New York and participate in Buffalo’s renaissance! Our convenient professional office offers a casual workplace, free parking and on-site gym.

Position Requirements

• Preferred 2 years of construction equipment operator experience.
• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision.
• Experience running Heavy Equipment such as excavator backhoe, loader, grader, scraper, bulldozer, skid steer, tractor, and other pieces of heavy equipment.
• Valid and clean driver’s license. Prefer a CDL Class A or B license
• Experienced in proficient use of above equipment, preferably on remediation or commercial development projects
• Self-motivated and a self-starter after basic training.
• High School or Associates technical degree
• Communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with basic Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  

Essential Duties

• Model and promote good safety practices.
• Operation of dump trucks as needed.
• Operate heavy equipment (bulldozer, excavator, front end loader) proficiently.
• Attentive to health & safety regulations, company/jobsite requirements and project details, schedule and budget.
• Be available to work weekends and overtime occasionally as needed.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Physical Demands/Work Environment Conditions

• Pass a company paid baseline and periodic health physical and drug screening, as well as motor vehicle record check, as required
• Good vision and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Walk up and down steeply sloped terrain.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physical stamina and strength to handle heavy loads and perform manual labor as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Cell Phone stipend

Roux Associates, Inc.is a drug-free workplace.

Strict adherence to corporate health and safety practices is a requirement for any Roux Associates position.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Occasional weekends and overtime

Work Location: In person

Roux is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Roux will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact [email protected].

Hourly Salary Range: $28 - $32. This range is based on what Roux in good faith believes it might pay at the time of posting for this position and for this geographic location. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as relevant work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications, skill sets, and internal equity.