Heavy Equipment Operator Job ID 779
Heavy Equipment Operator Job ID 779
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11-04-2025
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Job Description
Heavy Equipment Operator
Purpose:
Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support shop operations in Norfolk VA.
Job Description:
- Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights safely and efficiently.
- Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
- Report any problems to Supervisor or Maintenance Resources Manager.
- Follow direction of supervisor as for daily tasks and expectations for each specific project.
- Perform servicing and maintenance of equipment when not operating work within a maintenance shop environment as a mechanic.
- Perform daily preandpost inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
- Assist in training lessexperienced employees on the proper operations servicing and repair of equipment to further their abilities.
- Able to operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and the exercise of independent judgment.
- Willing and able to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions.
- Able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
- Must have regular reliable attendance.
- Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
- Other duties as required
Qualifications:
- 12 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- CDL A or B with proper endorsements i.e. hazmat a plus but not required.
- Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures.
- Willingness to work in a team environment and assist coworkers or supervisors with other duties as required.
- Thorough knowledge with the following:
- operating heavy equipment;
- materials methods and tools involved in construction;
- trenching and shoring standards;
- hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations and construction sites.
- Able to read write and do basic mathematical calculations in order to keep time and material records and read blueprints or other project documents.
Desired Qualifications:
- Prefer the ability to obtain a DBIDS badge.
- Prefer technical training.
- Previous experience at Colonnas Shipyard highly preferred.
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal Travel; 10 or less.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job but no less than 20 lbs.
- Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders work in extreme temperature environments aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces including enter and moving through manholes.
- May ride ships at sea for extended periods
- Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat humidity noise and dirty conditions working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
- Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
- Employee is required to operate trucks forklifts & manlifts.
- While performing the duties of this job you may frequently be required to stand walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear.Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop squat kneel twist and crawl.
- Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
- Frequent use of respirator.
- Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding cutting or working with molten metal.
Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonnas Shipyard Inc. and its divisions are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon jobrelated reasons regardless of an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability marital status genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Employment Type
Full Time
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