Heavy Equipment Operator

Story Construction is a 100% employee-owned general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder based out of Ames, IA. As an employee of Story Construction, you’ll have the opportunity to join the ownership group through our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). At Story, we focus on having a good day, every day, regardless of your role. Everything we do revolves around building a joyful work environment and making a difference in the communities in which we work.

Position Summary:

The Heavy Equipment Operator’s primary responsibility is to operate various types of power construction equipment, such as excavators, loaders, and other large equipment to erect structures, excavate, move and grade earth, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavement. This position may be required to repair and maintain equipment. Additionally, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs hands-on construction-laborer work in the field on a semi-regular basis. The Heavy Equipment Operator typically reports to the site Superintendent.

FLSA Designation: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Summary of Duties:

• Operate heavy machinery, including excavator, loaders, and other large equipment to erect structures, excavate, move and grade earth, or pour concrete as directed
• Perform routine equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe, working condition
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members
• Completely necessary paperwork such as permits, lift plans, maintenance logs, etc.
• Perform building and construction work including concrete walls, foundations, and slabs; structural steel and metal erection; interior and exterior process pipe installations; and general carpentry and finishes.
• Conduct jobsite safety walk throughs
• Follow all health and safety regulations when performing work and as otherwise instructed.
• Train others in experienced tasks and learn tasks as needed or instructed.
• Ensure all equipment and tools are cleaned and stored properly and assist with inventory management.
• Actively participate in work planning and the continuous improvement process
• Follow all company work and safety policies and procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Working Hours: Generally, expect to work 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, from 7:00AM – 4:00PM. Occasional overtime may be required.

Qualifications:

• Means of getting to and from job sites
• Ability to travel out of town and over-night as needed
• Minimum tool requirement: 16oz or larger hammer, crescent adjustable wrench, screwdriver (6-1 type), tape measure, speed square, retractable utility knife, chalk box, lineman or rebar pliers
• Successful passing of a drug test and physical examination as a contingency for employment

Travel: Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected; Heavy Equipment Operators are assigned to job sites located throughout central Iowa and across the state.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid Time Off, including paid holidays
• Company 401K plan with company match
• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Company-paid term life insurance, AD&D, and short-term & long-term disability
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical and dependent care flex benefits plans
• Career Development Plan personalized to you and your career goals
• Safety boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Annual work-clothing allowance

Working Conditions:

Employees may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards. Job duties are often performed in close physical proximity to other people. Employees often work in outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances on varying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue. Must possess adequate communicative, auditory, and visual capabilities to avoid safety hazards.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Story Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Storyis a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time; Story Construction participates in E-Verify.