Louisville Paving and Construction, parent company for PACE Contracting, Bluegrass Testing, and Material Transfer, is the area’s premier construction company. We specialize in heavy construction projects: bridge building, highway/road construction, mass excavation, site development, utility pipeline construction, water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, streetscapes and parks, large paving projects, and construction site transportation services.

Purpose

The experienced Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely performing skilled type of work focused on the operation of heavy equipment utilized in the construction of heavy highway/civil concrete structure projects.

Job Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy duty construction equipment which includes wheel loaders, excavators, dozers, and other pieces of equipment.
  • Perform servicing and maintenance of equipment as scheduled and required.
  • Perform maintenance of road such as cutting, sloping, and grading of shoulders and roadbeds.
  • Compact road areas and perform other types of road construction and maintenance operations.
  • Work on the flood control and maintenance such as clearing of mud and rocks from channels and performs any other operations on flood control and maintenance.
  • Assist and perform solid waste disposal such as filling and packing to establish grade.
  • Direct maintenance staff members when necessary.
  • Perform duties responsibly and proficiently, following all company safety guidelines.

Education and Experience

  • 2+ years of experience operating a wheel loader, excavator, backhoe, dozer, or similar equipment required.  

Skills and Specifications

  • Operate equipment with a high degree of competency, skill, and proficiency.
  • Knowledge of basic maintenance of operating equipment.
  • Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
  • Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills. Experience working effectively in a team environment.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not be constructed as a complete listing of all duties which may be required for this position.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance (PPO and HSA Plans)
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance, Supplemental and Dependent Plans
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Direct Deposit Paychecks
  • Company Wellness Program
  • Uniforms
  • Safety, Training and Certification Bonuses
  • Employee Training and Advancement
  • Employee Referral Program

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It is the policy of this Company to assure that applicants whom are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, age or disability.  Such action shall include:  employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the job training.

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LPX Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other legally protected status. We also comply with all applicable laws governing employment practices and do not discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria.

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