Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community.Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.
Job Description:
Overview
Operates a self-propelled machine with either steel wheels or pneumatic tires which is used to compact earth fills, subgrade, flexible base, and all other types of materials except bituminous.
Job Duties
Start engines, move throttles, switches, and levers, and depress pedals to operate machines
Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate loading of dirt, rocks, and other materials
Take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects
Perform maintenance work to equipment including oiling, greasing, and making necessary adjustments
Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
Gain the respect of others by being fair, honest, reliable, and hard working
Other unlisted duties will be assigned
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required
Ability to communicate in English via verbal and written communications
Mathematical proficiency as it relates to basic geometry, algebra, and mathematics
Move throughout a construction jobsite which includes minor obstacles including climbing ladders and inclines, operating heavy equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds
Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature
Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials
Work outdoors with exposure to changing weather conditions such as rain, sun, snow, and wind
The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.