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About the Role

The Operator position serves as a key participant in the interaction between the Company, other crew members, other contractors, and customers. The position is responsible for operating a variety of equipment, including milling equipment and other related machinery, in a safe and efficient manner. May provide guidance to other crew members and ensures their safety by communicating and enforcing Company safety programs, policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project review and job planning meetings.
• Control and operate one or more types of milling equipment.
• Operate milling equipment to mill asphalt/concrete to specified needs.
• Manipulate hand levers to control milling machine movements for various surfaces.
• Communicate with crew using radios, hand signals, or other necessary forms.
• Work efficiently and effectively on various projects to ensure accurate completion.
• Interact with customers, answer questions, respond to requests, and provide walk-throughs.
• Guide and direct activities of Ground Crew/Laborers and other assigned crew members.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and safety checks.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components.
• Perform routine maintenance, including greasing, changing cutting edges, and replacing filters.
• Report non-routine problems and/or repair requirements.
• Create and maintain a positive work culture.
• Ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in safety/incident investigations and claims management.
• Maintain ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends.
• Maintain ability to travel up to 100% of time to various job sites, including overnight stays.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Complete special projects as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Working knowledge of heavy equipment, processes, and safety protocols.
• Valid CDL (Class A, B or C) and acceptable motor vehicle record preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation (DOT) and current OSHA rules and regulations.
• Ability to engage in heavy manual labor for extended periods, in all types of weather and under various working conditions.
• Proven effective oral and written communication skills.
• Job planning skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work long hours outdoors and be on feet all day.
• Ability to work Monday through Sunday and overtime as required.
• Demonstrated skills in the care and use of hand and power tools for heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Reliable work ethic; regular attendance is required.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding all departmental matters.
• Must tolerate working environment with outside temperatures that include excessive heat, cold, wind, and precipitation.
• Must be able to work outside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts.
• Must be able to push, pull and lift up to 75 pounds to an overhead position.
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and twist body.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to use both hands and demonstrate good hand-eye coordination.
• Tolerance to distracting or uncomfortable sound and noise levels.
• Potentially exposed to contaminants, such as dust or fumes from exhaust.
• Frequent exposure to hazardous equipment.
• Occasionally work in very bright or very dim lighting conditions.
• Sometimes exposed to hazardous situations that produce cuts or minor burns.
• Occasionally exposed to whole body vibration.
• May need to work in tight/confined spaces or work areas.
• Must be able to regularly wear personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety goggles, safety vests and/or ear plugs.

Skills

• Heavy equipment operation
• Milling equipment operation
• Safety protocols
• DOT regulations
• OSHA regulations
• Heavy manual labor
• Oral communication
• Written communication
• Job planning
• Mechanical aptitude
• Hand and power tool use
• Equipment maintenance and repair
• Customer interaction
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving

Location

• Within and Throughout the State of New York

Work Type

• Full-time
• Overtime
• Travel required

Experience Level

• Non-Exempt

Education Level

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $40.00 - $60.00 per hour dependent upon applicable New York State Prevailing Wage Rates

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Pension funding
• Defined contribution funding
• Apprenticeship training

About the Company

• For over three decades, Donegal Construction Corporation has solidified its position as a trailblazer in the pavement milling industry, particularly in Pennsylvania, New York, and neighboring states.
• Since its entrance into the pavement profiling industry in 1989, Donegal has consistently demonstrated its commitment to excellence by investing in cutting-edge technology and offering a wide array of services to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
• Donegal’s expertise includes carbide grinding, shoulder excavation with variable width cutters, fine line grading on airport and highway projects, and full lane milling capabilities, making them a go-to choice for projects requiring pave behind services.

Equal Opportunity

• Donegal Construction Corporation is An Equal Opportunity Employer.