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Backhoe Operator - 100 Percent Travel Required
full-timeUnited States

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Location

United States

Type

full-time

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Job Description:

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Technical Support Services Contract 5 (T5) to Parsons as the prime contractor. This $1.8 billion+ contract has a 4-year base period with two 3-year options. The statement of work includes a variety of activities that support the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan (CIP) modernization efforts: Site selection and engineering, construction, environmental and fire/life safety, equipment installation and testing, CAD, and other technical services as required. Work is performed across the nation in each of the FAA’s nine regions as well as the Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and the Technical Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey and in several U.S. territories. An average staff of 400-500 with a peak staff over 650 supports this contract, in addition to those subcontractors who perform construction work.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team! In this role you will get to travel to various sites performing demolition work. 

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Perform local coordination of on-site work, working in a self-perform crew.
  • Perform cradle to grave operations for projects of relatively limited scope. Specifically focused on demolition activities.
  • Must be proficient in operating large excavators, backhoes, and skid steers.
  • Communicate with personnel in related activities to resolve problems and coordinate the work.
  • Maintain, operate and coordinate the use of heavy machinery as required to complete the demolition/restoration work at various sites.
  • Collaborate with construction management to eliminate any hazards associated with the work that may adversely affect the environment or the safety or health of employees. Ensures that personnel of the assigned group engage in safe work practices in compliance with site-specific safety procedures and industry standards.
  • 100% travel and ability to obtain or have a credit card which can be used to support reimbursable travel.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Candidate must demonstrate skills to maintain, operate and coordinate the use of heavy machinery (Excavator/Backhoe/Skid Steer)
  • May require repetitive movement such as lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, and standing.
  • The ideal candidate will have 5 plus years of experience operating heavy equipment
  • Ability to prepare and manage electronic expense reports.
  • Requires excellent communication skills and possess a familiarity with PC software packages typically associated with engineering and construction.
  • Must be able to obtain an active credit card.
  • It is preferred the candidate have approximately 5-8 years of related experience operating large construction equipment (Skid Steer and Excavator are a plus)
  • Possess a strong Safety/Quality background.
  • Must have the ability to interface with clients and enjoy being hands-on technically in the project.
  • Must have strong communication skills.
  • Must be able to meet customer security requirements. A background check by Federal Authorities will be performed.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Prepare daily notes of job activities.
  • Complete expense reports on a timely basis via Parsons’ electronic expense reporting system.
  • Complete timecard on a daily basis via Parsons’ electronic time card system.
  • Collaborate with office staff to address project requirements.
  • Act as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors while on project site.
  • Follow the requirements outlined in the Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required.
  • Monitor and report to service area lead regarding the progress of construction/demolition activities, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule.
  • Attend weekly meeting to review project status and discuss issues or concerns.
  • CPR/First Aid/AED preferred.
  • OSHA certification preferred.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

Other facts

Tech stack
Heavy Equipment Operation,Demolition,Communication,Safety Practices,Project Coordination,Problem Solving,Expense Reporting,Time Management

About Parsons Corporation

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance.

Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. #WeAreParsons

Disclaimer: Parsons is aware of recruitment scams where individuals posing as Parsons representatives offer fraudulent job opportunities to steal personal information or solicit money. To avoid these scams, remember that Parsons will never ask for money or sensitive personal details, and all legitimate job openings are listed on https://jobs.parsons.com/; report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement or [email protected].

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Civil Engineering

What you'll do

  • The Backhoe Operator will perform demolition work at various sites, coordinating on-site activities and ensuring safety practices are followed. They will operate heavy machinery and collaborate with construction management to address any hazards.

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What does a Backhoe Operator - 100 Percent Travel Required do at Parsons Corporation?

As a Backhoe Operator - 100 Percent Travel Required at Parsons Corporation, you will: the Backhoe Operator will perform demolition work at various sites, coordinating on-site activities and ensuring safety practices are followed. They will operate heavy machinery and collaborate with construction management to address any hazards..

Why join Parsons Corporation as a Backhoe Operator - 100 Percent Travel Required?

Parsons Corporation is a leading Civil Engineering company.

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