Dredging Heavy Equipment Operator

Dredging Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Gulf Coast

Schedule: Full-time / Rotational (28 days on / 14 days off)

YOUR COMPASS TO SUCCESS!

Next Generation Logistics is a trusted maritime transportation, construction and professional services company providing our services on both land and sea. Next Gen's mission is to become your company of choice by providing integrity, professionalism and a commitment to your individual growth.

YOUR NEW ROLE: The Heavy Equipment Operator is assigned to work on the land side of the dredging operation. Responsible for moving earth, sand, gravel, clay, or mud to create levees, to smooth and grade material being transported to the fill site, to create fill for beaches, disposal islands, and reclaim land. When working on beach nourishment projects with the Hopper or Hydraulic Dredge, the Operator has breaks between loads and may perform miscellaneous activities such as inspecting or servicing equipment, place or relocate pipe, fill shelters and welding equipment, or grade out fill. The Operator will encounter very steep piles of sand/fill or may be required to drive the equipment into the water’s edge.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate all classes and models of heavy equipment in use at the project fill site

Maintain all classes and models of heavy equipment in use

Perform specialized work aboard the Dredge and attendant plant

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Have 3 years+ of Dredging Experience in the operation of heavy equipment including Dozers, Loaders and Excavators.

Ability to fulfill schedule requirements and deadlines.

The position requires 12-hour workdays 7 days a week.

Current OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR certifications.

Valid TWIC card.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. ·

Must be able to work outside for an entire shift in all weather conditions (hot, humid, cold, wet) required.

Must be authorized to work in the US. Drug screening and background check required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will use sit, use hands, talk/hear; Frequently will reach with hands; Occasionally will stand, walk, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste/smell.

Lift and/or Move Functions: Regularly will lift up to 10 pounds; Frequently will lift up to 25 pounds; Occasionally will lift up to 50 pounds. Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN:

Competitive Compensation·

Generous benefits package including:

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k (with company match)

COMPETITIVE SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. EMPLOYMENT OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON A REVIEW OF REFERENCES, SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF A DRUG SCREEN, AND ANALYSIS OF FULL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS.

Next Generation Logistics is an equal-opportunity employer. Next Generation Logistics does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.