
Cajun Industries, Llc
Full-service construction company offering industrial, commercial, and civil services.
Operator - Dirt & Finish
Operate heavy equipment to prepare and finish dirt surfaces, perform inspections and maintenance.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Key duties include reading and interpreting load charts, following hand signals to place materials, performing minor maintenance and daily equipment inspections, reporting any malfunctioning equipment, and preparing and leveling surfaces to specification. The operator also assists other craft workers as needed. • Read and interpret load charts • Follow hand signals to determine material placement • Perform minor maintenance or cleaning of tools and equipment • Conduct daily equipment inspections, check fluids, refuel, and assess wear • Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors • Prepare, fine‑tune and level surfaces to specifications • Assist other craft workers as needed • Operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and hand/power tools • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolds, and steel/wood frameworks • Work on uneven, muddy, or loose surfaces and in confined spaces • Perform duties in adverse weather conditions • Communicate effectively with management and follow safety policies • Apply decision‑making and detail‑oriented skills while concentrating amid distractions
Key Responsibilities
- ▸load charts
- ▸material placement
- ▸equipment maintenance
- ▸equipment inspection
- ▸surface leveling
- ▸vehicle operation
What You Bring
The Dirt and Finish Operator must be certified and capable of operating equipment such as a track hoe, rubber‑tire backhoe, front‑end loader, road grader/maintainer, bulldozer, hoe ram, and Ross carrier. The incumbent must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and use tools and equipment safely and effectively. The position may be based in plant operations or on a construction jobsite. Physical demands require the ability to push, pull, lift or carry up to 50 lb (occasionally up to 100 lb), operate various vehicles and power tools, climb ladders and scaffolds, and work on uneven or muddy terrain, in confined spaces, and under adverse weather conditions. The role also demands clear communication with supervisors, strong reading and writing comprehension for directions and safety policies, attention to detail, decision‑making skills, and the ability to concentrate amid distractions. • Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lb (occasionally 100 lb)
Requirements
- ▸certified operator
- ▸heavy lifting
- ▸backhoe
- ▸bulldozer
- ▸safety awareness
- ▸clear communication
Work Environment
Onsite