I realize this video is long, but it is giving you an in depth look at what your first day on the job will look like. I cover what you need, what to expect, what to do, and what NOT to do. Comment below with any questions or suggestions you have!
Click the blue timestamp link below to find out more about each topic...
WHAT YOU NEED 1:26
1:31 Workboots
https://www.redwingshoes.com/work/mens/waterproof/supersole-2.0-02414.html
2:44 Lunchbox
https://kit.co/DieselandIron/diesel-iron/2630273-matein-lunch-backpac
4:47 Water Bottle
https://kit.co/DieselandIron/diesel-iron/2622070-hydro-flask-water-bo
6:15 Rain Gear
6:36 Frogg Toggs: I wouldn't recommend getting these unless you're tight on money
https://kit.co/DieselandIron/diesel-iron/frogg-toggs-pro-lite
7:03 John Deere High Visibility Rain Gear:
https://kit.co/DieselandIron/diesel-iron/west-chester-jd44530
7:49 Bluetooth Headset
https://kit.co/DieselandIron/diesel-iron/exfit-bcs-700-wire
8:55 Shovel
9:17 Grease Gun
https://kit.co/DieselandIron/diesel-iron/milwaukee-2646-22ct
WHAT TO EXPECT 10:05
10:45 Ask questions - Save your foreman's phone number and use it!
11:35 Start time, end time, & weekends
12:32 Find your foreman
13:27 Have a thick skin
WHAT TO DO 13:50
14:05 Stay alert, ask questions, pay attention
15:01 Don't be a stick puller - learn from the operators
15:51 Don't be a know-it-all
16:10 Be respectful
17:17 Operators vs Laborers
18:02 Stay busy
WHAT NOT TO DO 19:22
19:35 Get off your phone!
20:19 Don't lean on your shovel!
20:58 Golden job site rule!
21:38 Finish grade
FINAL ADVICE 20:40
Thank you for watching! Comment below with any questions or suggestions for other videos you'd like some more info or help on.
DOWN & DIRTY SERIES:
What it's Like to be a Heavy Equipment Operator
https://youtu.be/7OmPZDu2kO4
How Much do Heavy Equipment Operators Make
https://youtu.be/sxUIjylQN9M
How to Get a Job Running Heavy Equipment:
https://youtu.be/maIDknW4DME
Down & Dirty Series Playlist:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqcsPNWLDyeY90CFr3_6-n3b6AfU63fMm
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