Helper Operator 1

Qualification Highlights

• Must have 1-12 months of experience working as an industrial Helper. 

• Must be able to follow instructions.

• Must meet all qualifications below. (See below).

• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days as needed.

• Must be able to meet all physical demands. (See below).

• Must have experience of an industrial construction project.

• Must have all the required tools.

Position Responsibilities

• Identify all tools required for tasks.

• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.

• Assist with detecting minor to major problems with machines and equipment.

• Assist with disassembling, repairing and/or replacing parts with equipment.

• Assist with performing tests to ensure machinery is running smoothly.

• Assist with completing preventative maintenance on machinery, installing, servicing and repairing mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems steam valves, steam traps, steam or water coils, radiators, water softeners, unit heaters, condensate and circulating pumps and production machines.

• Assist with cleaning and lubricating machinery.

• Assist with performing basic diagnostic tests and checking performance of machinery.

• Assist with using precision measuring and leveling equipment such as rulers, calipers, micrometers and other measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements.

• Assist with operating engine lathes, grinders and files.

• Assist with unloading, inspecting and moving equipment into position using cranes, hoists, dollies, rollers and trucks.

• Assist with using rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls and come a long to move equipment/materials into place.

• Follows directions from supervisor.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Good problem-solving abilities. 

• Good aptitude and manual dexterity. 

• Good reading comprehension.

• Ability to work with others – team player.

• Ability to work independently – minimal supervision.

• Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors. 

• A commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Zachry ROF’ed employee.

• Former Zachry Employee.

• Former Industrial Construction Experience.

• Formal/technical education 

Physical Requirements

• Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. 
• Will talk and hear to communicate. 
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools. 
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. 
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements. 
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.   

Required Tools: List to be provided

ZACHRY provides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.