Operator - Drill Shaft, Louisiana

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Overview

 

The Drill Shaft Operator must have the ability and experience to operate various types of drill rigs used on project site.  Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

 

Responsibilities

 

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

Read and interpret load charts

Interpret hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed

Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities for tools and equipment

Perform daily inspections on equipment including checking fluids, refueling, adding fluids, and assess component wear

Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors

Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

 

Physical

Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.

Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs

Hand/eye coordination, depth perception important

Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work

Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work

May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types

Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds

Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis

Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling,  reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting

Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.

May be required to work in confined spaces

Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

Must be able to drive cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment

Mental

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision

Talking, reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy

Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions

Decision making skills necessary

Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details