Equipment Operator presso Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation

The Equipment Operator is assigned to work on the land side of the dredging operation is responsible for moving earth, sand, gravel, clay, or mud to create levees, to smooth and grade material being transported to the fill site, to create fill for beaches, disposal islands, and reclaim land. When working on beach nourishment projects with the Hopper or Hydraulic Dredge, the Operator has breaks between loads and may perform miscellaneous activities such as inspecting or servicing equipment, place or relocate pipe, fill shelters and welding equipment, or grade out fill.  The Operator will encounter very steep piles of sand/fill or may be required to drive the equipment into the water’s edge.

About the Company:

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company’s Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company’s culture. The Company’s commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.

Responsibilities and functions include: 

• Operate all classes and models of heavy equipment in use at the project fill site
• Maintain all classes and models of heavy equipment in use
• Perform specialized work aboard the Dredge and attendant plant 

Experience required: 

• Experience in operation of heavy equipment including Dozers, Loaders and Excavators 

Other requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid TWIC card
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen
• Commitment to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push parts or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs 

Benefits: 

• Competitive pay program
• 401(k) match
• Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life and Disability insurance plans 

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.

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