Laborer/Operator 03672 NWSS - North Wind Group

Location: San Francisco, California
Title: Laborer/Operator
Schedule (FT/PT): Temporary Part Time
Travel Required: No
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

North Wind Site Services is focused on providing engineering, program management, environmental remediation services including investigation and characterization, environmental restoration, unexploded ordnance/military munitions response (MMRP), regulatory public involvement services, environmental compliance, logistics, and records and facility management.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Equipment Operator shall operate one or several types of power construction equipment, such as excavators, shovels, tractors, or front-end loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavement. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties.

North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team – not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• On occasion, will need to run chippers, skid steers and other small equipment.
• Operation of heavy equipment such as a tractor, bulldozer, backhoe, or excavator, for the purposes of construction, demolition, or excavation in a high-production industrial setting
• Loading and unloading equipment from vehicles used to transport it
• Inspecting equipment before and after use to ensure it's in good working order
• Driving or controlling heavy equipment to complete tasks at the construction site
• Monitoring performance and adjusting settings as required to perform tasks correctly
• Filling out performance records to report problems with equipment and track where and when it was used
• Cleaning equipment after use and disposing of any collected scraps or waste
• Completing minor repair work as needed
• Take direction from site superintendent on specific daily roles, could vary greatly from day to day in scope and job location.
• Must be able to fill out timecard software and Excel spreadsheets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in working outdoors assisting heavy equipment at setting small structures, moving dirt, moving gravel and setting construction matting, etc.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to pull and back trailers of all sizes and hitch types onto tight locations and around tight corners.
• A self-starter who can see what needs to be done and get it done unsupervised.
• Easy to work with, excellent work ethic.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently
• Ability to follow supervisory verbal and written instructions and designated health and safety requirements.

Special Requirements:

• Must have a valid state driver's license
• Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• OSHA 10 Certification a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Can lift and move a minimum of 50 lbs

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions or difficult terrain.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.