Universal Environmental Solutions, LLC

Heavy Equipment Operator Universal Environmental Solutions is currently hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator with recent and relevant civil construction experience to join our Tampa Bay team. Wages start at $20/hour - depending on experience. We also offer generous benefits, including 2 medical plans, 2 dental plans, vision, company paid telemedicine for all employees and their dependents, an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program), a 401k plan with a company match, life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, an employee assistance program (EAP), and more. ABOUT UNIVERSAL ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS, LLC Here at Universal Environmental Solutions, we provide exceptional care and service when it comes to our customers' environmental needs. Much of our success is due to our amazing team! We are dedicated to presenting ourselves as a professional team that is dependable and knowledgeable in their field. We seek to honor our crew with excellent pay and top-notch benefits. This field of work may not be pretty, but our team makes it look easy and allows us to extend our reach to those looking for better, more environmentally conscious, solutions to their business needs. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE * Respectful * Career-minded * Self-starter * Professional * Dependable * Takes pride in their work * Team Player Does this sound like you? If so, please continue reading to hear more about this Heavy Equipment Operator position. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR As our heavy equipment operator, we rely on you to perform duties related to operating heavy equipment - including Backhoe, Loader, Dozer, Skid Steers, and Mini Excavators. Heavy equipment will vary by assignment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Operate heavy equipment including, but not limited to backhoes, material handlers, excavators, skid steers, dozers, and loaders for use in foundation, site grading, material placement, and pipe laying for drainage maintenance work * Operate scrapers and graders to cut and set grades, spread, and level dirt, and gravel to specifications when needed * Experience using transit, pipe lasers, and other types of measuring devices * Drainage/road/city project experience a plus * Perform pre/post inspections and perform minor maintenance of the equipment * Willingness to assist in a variety of roles on the site * Perform general labor duties when necessary * Able to perform strenuous work in all types of weather conditions * Able to follow verbal and written instructions * Able to work weekends and overtime if needed Finally, you are diligent to keep yourself and others safe by appropriately using PPE such as a hard hat, safety glasses, harnesses, gloves, etc. as you complete a variety of routine tasks each day. At the end of the day, we truly rely on you to assist in the overall success of our company! QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CLASS B CDL DRIVER * Valid Florida driver's license * Three (3) years of experience operating excavators * Must be able to obtain or have TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card) * Reliable transportation * Successfully pass pre-employment testing and a criminal background check * Must have pipe laying and underground utilities experience * Must have experience forming, pouring, and finishing concrete pads * Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed * Ability to pass a drug test Weekend work and overtime will be available and expected. READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? Do not delay if you are excited about this Heavy Equipment Operator opportunity and meet these requirements. Apply today! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet with you soon! WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE Location: 33605