Mortenson’s success is not a matter of luck; it’s a result of our ingenuity, expertise, and exceptional people coupled with our unparalleled focus on customer service.  Our foundation and culture are based upon our company values of trust, safety, teamwork, responsibility, service and stewardship. We are inspired by a compelling purpose to build structures and facilities for the advancement of modern society and a mission to create an exceptional customer experience. Mortenson has built a reputation for being a leader in our industry and in the communities in which we live and work. 

The base compensation range for this role is $36.71- $55.06 per hour.  

Mobility benefits as applicable   

As an Operator, your primary duties include operating heavy equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures. 

Responsibilities 

Follows prescribed safety regulations 

Ensure that all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area 

Performs routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning 

Observes equipment operation to detect machine malfunction 

Follows work plans and pre-task cards 

Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed 

Operates the following equipment based on the requirements of the project: 

Blade 

Dozer 

Loader 

Scraper 

Forklift/Telehandler 

Crane 

Bobcat/Skid-steer 

Boom Lifts/Aerial Lifts 

Roller 

All team members are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics: 

Cooperate with others when in a team environment 

Accept direction from supervisors 

Follow work rules and procedures 

Punctual and consistent attendance 

Accept constructive feedback 

Strong teamwork orientation 

Positive attitude and professional customer service skills 

Detail orientation 

Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, clime and periodically lift up to 50 lbs 

Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals and maneuver steering wheel to operator equipment 

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, procedure manuals, and load charts 

Knowledge of equipment and their uses 

Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication) 

Strong teamwork orientation 

Positive attitude and professional customer service skills 

Ability to work independently 

This is just a general position description and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice. 

Education and Experience Requirements 

Equipment certifications as required 

Industry related experience preferred 

Must possess valid driver’s license of proper class and necessary endorsements as required by law  

 Benefits offered to Union craft team members include:   

EAP and mental health resources   

The Union provides additional benefits to team members in this position through a collective bargaining agreement, including vacation, health insurance, pension and job trainings.  

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.