Skid Loader Operator Job at Manatts, Ames, IA

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  • Manatts
  • Ames, IA

Job Description

Summary

Safely and skillfully operate skid steers (Bobcat/CAT) with various attachments for grading, excavating, and loading.

Essential Responsibilities

The requirements represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to fulfill position expectations. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties as needed to meet the organization's ongoing needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Additional or other duties may be assigned.

FAMILY
  • Serves as a standard bearer for Manatt's mission to safely do everything we do better than anyone else and purpose of building legacies through standards of excellence.
  • Promotes, lives, and exemplifies Manatt's values: Family, Excellence and Human Potential.
EXCELLENCE
  • Equipment Operation: Safely and skillfully operate skid steers (Bobcat/CAT) with various attachments for grading, excavating, and loading.
  • Site Preparation: Execute fine grading and sub-grade preparation for asphalt and concrete installations.
  • Maintenance: Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance to ensure machinery stays in top working order.
  • Crew Collaboration: Work closely with the Foreman and crew to ensure project specs are met on time
HUMAN POTENTIAL
  • Commits to continuous personal improvements on the path towards being best self.
  • Teach others to learn what you know to help them grow.
Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a vehicle to get to the job site.
Other Qualifications
  • Acceptable driving record
  • Excellent work ethic.
  • Ability to work seasonally. Typically April - November but could be called in during the winter for work as weather allows.
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to listen. The employee frequently is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

About Us

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Brooklyn, Iowa, Manatt's is a leader in Iowa's heavy highway construction and materials industry. We specialize in asphalt, concrete, and chipseal coating, with additional expertise in recycle crushing, stabilization, milling, grinding, subdrain installation, and more.

At Manatt's, we have the experts, equipment, resources, and top-quality materials needed to safely and efficiently complete any project. Our integrated approach and unwavering commitment to building exceptional relationships allow us to deliver uncompromising quality and construction services. Our mission is to continually set and reset the standard by which all other construction material companies are measured. We don't just build infrastructure; we build legacies through higher standards of work and a dedication to excellence in everything we do.

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Phone: 641-522-9206 Ext. 1228
Email: susane@manatts.com
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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