Heavy

Heavy.com is an online news and entertainment site that covers a range of topics from sports to pop culture to politics. It provides news, opinion pieces, videos, interviews, and other content to keep readers informed and entertained. Users can also join the Heavy Community, a forum where they can discuss topics in the news and share their own insights and stories. Heavy.com strives to keep its readers informed, entertained, and engaged about the world around them, and to provide a platform for them to express their opinions. It also offers advertising opportunities for brands looking to reach a wide audience.

heavy.comHeavy’s editorial team is a mix of veteran reporters and independent journalists working on an editorial agenda designed for quality, efficiency and speed.

mediabiasfactcheck.comHeavy is owned by Heavy Inc. and was originally funded with 32.8 million dollars by Polaris Partners.

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  • Country
    Hosted in United States

  • Latitude\Longitude
    37.751 / -97.822    Google Map

  • Traffic rank
    #578 Site Rank

  • Site age
    25 yrs old

  • Site Owner information
    Whois info

  • Owner
    Heavy Inc.

  • Launched
    September 23, 1998

  • Type of site
    News

  • Available in
    English, Spanish

  • Created by
    Simon Assaad,David Carson

  • Commercial
    Yes

  • Registration
    Optional

  • Current status
    Active

Traffic rank
#578
Site age
25 yrs
Location
United States
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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Purpose: Work in an outdoor environment on heavy lift equipment such as railjacks, forklifts, welders, service trucks and other heavy lift material handling equipment as needed... Essential Functions: • Troubleshoot and repair equipment – electrical, hydraulic, diesel and mechanical. • Provide training and technical knowledge on full range of equipment. • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on equipment. • Support customers Job Purpose:

Work in an outdoor environment on heavy lift equipment such as railjacks, forklifts, welders, service trucks and other heavy lift material handling equipment as needed...

Essential Functions:
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment – electrical, hydraulic, diesel and mechanical.
• Provide training and technical knowledge on full range of equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on equipment.
• Support customers by effectively interfacing with customer and office in repairing equipment as needed.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics on a wide range of equipment
• Self-starter ability to find work within the yards beyond what was originally scheduled

Additional Responsibilities:
• Evaluate and make recommendations regarding required repairs.
• Provide a high level of communication with both Customer and Office.
• Provide clear work order documentation
• Ability to prioritize repairs within the assigned yards
• Ability to self-schedule and coordinate repairs and PM’s with on site management

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications Guidelines

Experience/Training/Education:

Required: Minimum of 5 years of field service and/or completion of field service technician education. Degree must be currently practiced to offset minimum field service requirement.

Desired: Field related certificates and endorsements are positively reviewed. Capable of reading variable schematic logic for both low / high voltage electrical and a variety of hydraulics.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Acceptance in all areas of accountability, pertaining to all areas of responsibilities. Capability to lead, teach and share knowledge with others. Willingness to travel at will throughout the western region if called upon.

Willingness to work at various heights. Safety minded/oriented. Requires knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical assemblies and testing experience; requires an eye for detail. Ability to recognize all colors in a normal spectrum; basic knowledge of SPC fundamentals; thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable operating and documentation procedures and material flow. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products and other data systems; Ability to meet deadlines; to understand and follow written and verbal instructions; Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures; ability to accept constructive criticism.

Physical and Environmental Elements:

This is a field service classification and employees work in a factory environment or in the field with exposure to noise and machinery and weather. Accurate hand/eye coordination is required. Finger dexterity is required, as well as hand strength, with the ability to grasp, lift, push and pull; access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment Work involves considerable standing, walking, climbing, crawling, driving, reading, seeing, hearing, speaking, concentrating, communicating, stooping, bending, or sitting for long periods of time. May lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds and have exposure to working at heights.

Special Requirements/Certification:

Weld Certification

Lanco is an equal opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law
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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER- HEAVY CIVIL Primoris Heavy Civil formerly known as James Construction Group is currently seeking a Assistant Project Manager for our new upcoming project in Polk County in Texas. Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for budgeting and scheduling development and maintenance. This individual will assure quality control, contract compliance and administration... project administration systems management, management ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER- HEAVY CIVIL

Primoris Heavy Civil formerly known as James Construction Group is currently seeking a Assistant Project Manager for our new upcoming project in Polk County in Texas. Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for budgeting and scheduling development and maintenance. This individual will assure quality control, contract compliance and administration... project administration systems management, management of assigned job site personnel, responsible for administering safety programs and maintaining good owner relations.

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Budget and schedule development and maintenance, assure quality control, contract compliance and administration, project administration systems management, management of assigned job site personnel, responsible for administering safety programs and maintaining good owner relations.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

· Practice safety rules.

· Follow verbal and written instructions.

· Safe use of hand & power tools.

· Report to and assist immediate supervisor.

· Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.

· Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.

· Must work well as part of a team.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

· Moderate to high level of proficiency operating Primavera 3 and 6.

· Ability to communicate in English via verbal and written communications.

· Ability to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings.

· Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry and utilize Construction Math concepts.

· Attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.

· Effective oral and written communication skills.

· Strong organization/time management skills.

· Work up to a 12 hour shift performing strenuous daily activities in varying temperatures and outside conditions.

· Travel and relocation may be required.

· Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS FOR ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

· Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in all aspects of management of large heavy/civil highway construction projects with a proven track record of successful outcome.

· Undergraduate degree in construction engineering, construction management or a related degree.

· Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.

· New Hire Orientation Quiz

· Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace.

· Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.).

· Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

· Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.

· Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.

· Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.

· Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).

· Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.

· Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.

· Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)

· Must be clean shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

· Location: industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop

· Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site:

o Uneven ground level

o Obstructed pathways

o Work performed at low and/or high elevations

o Work performed in confined areas

· Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site:

o Predominately outdoor climate

o May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather

o Excessive humidity, rain, etc.

o Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

o Potential exposure to chemical substances

EEO Statement:

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

Third-Party Agency Notice:

Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either
domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the
use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any
agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner
with a current executed agreement
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via ZipRecruiter schedule_type: Full-timesalary: 28–36 an hour
Full-time position Monday through Friday some weekends and overtime as required. As a Diesel Mechanic/Construction Equipment Service Technician, you’ll use your skills to perform maintenance and repairs of complex equipment. You will be trained to develop deep common-sense and problem-solving skills and you will be expected to work with limited or no supervision in a high performing... safety-driven, professional environment. Every day, you will Full-time position Monday through Friday some weekends and overtime as required.

As a Diesel Mechanic/Construction Equipment Service Technician, you’ll use your skills to perform maintenance and repairs of complex equipment. You will be trained to develop deep common-sense and problem-solving skills and you will be expected to work with limited or no supervision in a high performing... safety-driven, professional environment. Every day, you will be challenged and will have to develop new ways of solving issues.

THE JOB
• Maintenance and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools.
• Work onsite or travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer owned equipment
• Mentoring junior technicians
• Prepare and complete service orders in a timely manner

REQUIREMENTS
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of a computer ability to perform data input for jobs and workorders
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Schematic Reading. Deep knowledge of construction equipment with an advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams
• Diagnostic Software for Construction Equipment
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• 5+ years of experience repairing/maintaining construction equipment and tools
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
• You must have your own tools applicable to position
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
• Cummins Engine Experience a plus

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We offer competitive salary and benefits package.

Company DescriptionTexas State Rentals
We are Texans serving Texans! Family run with less than a 100 employees and great opportunity for growth.

We rent and sell hundreds of Construction Equipment Machines every year and we know the importance they represent in building the future of Texas. Our commitment to the customer goes beyond the contract, so when you are working on a machine, you will have to adhere to the high standards that we’ve built over the course of 30 years in the business.

Our Values and Philosophy

Customer-centric solutions that put Safety-First
Proactive – highly motivated problem solvers.
Doing it right the first time
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