Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.
Location: Donaldsville, LA
Position Summary
Operate and maintain heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations in a safe and efficient manner.
Forgen Overview
Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values: We Do What We Say, We Are Passionate About Our Work, We Are One Team, We Work Smart, and We Do The Right Thing.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in a drug-free workplace with a random drug testing program.
Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
- Operate heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations, including, but not limited to, dozers,
- scrapers, loaders, excavators, compactors, etc. and other equipment to support a variety of operations.
Excavation, grading and compaction of land surfaces using heavy, motorized construction equipment.
- Excavate soil and other material from job sites into trucks for transportation to appropriate location for stockpiling
- or disposal.
Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
- Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training materials, Safety Data Sheets
- (SDS), warning tags, traffic signs and procedure manuals.
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Abilities to work in challenging conditions and work independently or as part of a team.
Flexibility to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
The following experience is required
Operator 1: 2+ years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.
Operator 2: 5+ years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.
Operator 3: 10+ years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.
Preferred Qualifications
The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
40 Hour HAZWOPER training
Competent Person Safety Training
8-Hour Supervisory Training
30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
First Aid and CPR
- Physical Demands & Work Environment
- This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of
- equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible
- exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective
- eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to
- safety protocols are essential.
- This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional
