Backhoe Operator

Description

Job Summary: Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, compacting rollers, and cranes to ensure safe and efficient execution of electrical infrastructure activities and support various field tasks. Key Highlights: 1. Operation of heavy and hydraulic equipment in electrical infrastructure 2. Assistance in excavations, load handling, and foundation preparation 3. Focus on operational safety and equipment maintenance **PREREQUISITES:** * Completion of elementary education required; * Availability for rotating shifts: 5x2, 21x2, or 90x10; * Willingness to travel and stay overnight; * Residing in Gravataí, Porto Alegre, Gramado, Canela, Erechim, or other cities in Rio Grande do Sul is a plus; * Proficiency in operating wheeled or tracked tractors and related machinery; * Dexterity and precision in movements during machine and equipment operation; * Experience with backhoes or crane trucks. **Work Schedule:** Availability for the following rotating shifts: \- 5x2 (Monday to Friday) — for those residing in the city where the project is located or in adjacent cities; \- 21x2 — for those residing farther from the project site, within Rio Grande do Sul state; \- 90x10 — for those residing in other states. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** Operate heavy equipment including wheel loaders, compacting rollers, cranes, crawler tractors, and rock drills, adhering to standard operating procedures to ensure safe and efficient execution of electrical infrastructure activities. Perform minor excavations for installation of duct banks and precast materials using smaller equipment such as mini backhoes or skid-steer loaders, complying with technical specifications of the project. Lift loads using tractors equipped with winch systems, observing operational limits and safety regulations to correctly position materials and components. Deploy cables via tractor-drag method per project planning to ensure proper installation of transmission networks. Transport waste materials within the construction site perimeter using appropriate equipment to maintain site organization and cleanliness in accordance with environmental regulations. Assist in preparing foundations, platforms, access roads, and bases for poles, towers, and structures, following technical guidance to ensure stability and compliance of installations up to 500 kV. Clear right-of-way and open access roads using tractors and specialized attachments per work plan to enable safe vehicle and equipment traffic. Handle loads using hydraulic equipment such as crane trucks and cranes, respecting operating procedures to meet the project’s logistical requirements. Operate rock drilling equipment (Rock Drill), following technical instructions, to facilitate excavation in high-resistance terrain. Support field teams in tasks requiring excavation or heavy handling, especially in hard-to-reach areas, to ensure continuous progress across work fronts. Correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Collective Protective Equipment (CPE), as well as specialized tools, ensuring personal and team safety and equipment integrity. Carry out tasks in accordance with established norms and procedures; when necessary, perform non-routine tasks after conducting a Preliminary Risk Analysis (PRA) to mitigate operational risks. Drive company vehicles in compliance with applicable norms and procedures, ensuring proper and responsible use of vehicles, machines, and equipment under one’s responsibility. Conduct daily operational inspections of equipment, verifying functionality and safety conditions, reporting failures, and requesting preventive or corrective maintenance to ensure uninterrupted operations. Employment Type: Full-time CLT Compensation: R$3\.000,00 \- R$3\.500,00 per month Benefits: * Medical assistance * Dental assistance * Life insurance * Meal allowance * Food voucher * Transportation allowance Work Location: On-site