Heavy Equipment Operator at Lee Contracting in Midland, MI

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy machinery, including but not limited to excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, and backhoes, to perform construction tasks such as digging, grading, and material handling.
• Prepare construction sites by clearing debris, grading terrain, and moving materials to designated areas according to project plans and specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and minor repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns. Report any major mechanical issues to the maintenance team.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols while operating machinery. Conduct pre-operation safety inspections and ensure that safety equipment is used correctly.
• Work closely with other construction team members, including site supervisors, laborers, and engineers, to ensure smooth and efficient project execution.
• Load, unload, and transport materials using heavy machinery. Ensure materials are handled and placed accurately to meet project requirements.
• Daily maintenance of equipment – inspection & minor maintenance, lubrication, fueling, and reporting of service needs.
• Identify and address any operational or site-related challenges promptly. Adjust equipment operations as needed to accommodate changing conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with crew, leadership, and customers.

Requirements:

• 5+ years heavy equipment operation in underground construction experience.
• Basic math and geometry to determine area, elevation, and pitch for excavation plans.
• Competent in soil analysis – recognizing ground conditions.
• Experienced in trenching and excavating – shoring, sloping and shielding.
• Knowledge of the procedure of removal and installation of underground utilities and line openings.
• Basic equipment inspection and maintenance.
• Ability to work effectively with all personality types
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Self-directed and can work independently
• Valid driver’s license – Chauffeurs preferred

Preferred Requirements:

• CDL-A license & DOT Med card
• Knowledge of the procedure of removal and installation of underground utilities and line openings.

Equipment & Tool experience:

• Basic operation of trucks & equipment, including utilize pick-up to pull a trailer
• Trailer loading and securing of material & equipment
• Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 10,000lbs.
• Aerial -lift operation - boom lift preferred
• Aerial -lift operation - scissor lift preferred
• Telehandler operation experience preferred
• Skid steer - demo, grading, material handling
• Roller operation
• Bulldozer - basic operation and rough grading required, proficient with fine grading preferred
• Proficient with backhoe, loader and excavator
• Mobile crane certified & qualified (NCCER/NCCCO) preferred
• Basic power hand tools
• Laser level

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to position one-self to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, attics and tunnels.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.