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Equipment Operator

Join our team! We are looking for experienced heavy equipment operators for front end loader, trackhoe, and compactor. Heavy equipment operators must have a minimum of 2 years experience in 1 or more of the following tasks: Site grading Utility excavation Other tasks could include but are not limited to operating other heavy equipment and other construction related duties, as required. Other construction related duties could include laboring with shovels, brooms, setting blue tops and grade stakes, adjusting manholes and valve boxes to grade. The following are required to enable position holders to perform the primary tasks of the position: 1. Skills/Knowledge Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills Highly reliable, team player, ability to work well with others Ability to read operating instructions and complete pre-shift and post shift inspections. Basic math skills, and capable of reading plans, grade stakes, and set blue tops 2. Experience/education: Must have a minimum of 2 years experience. High School Diploma or equivalent experience required 3. Physical requirements: Ability to lift 45 pounds Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen 4. Visual acuity, hearing, speaking Good Communication and must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits Ability to follow verbal and written instruction Ability to communicate with customers, inspectors, and testing firms Ability to read operating instructions and complete pre-shift and post shift inspections. Must be able to communicate in English Must be able to visually identify potential hazards to themselves and others around them Must be able to follow supervisor’s instructions without constant supervision 5. Environment and scheduling: Must be able to work 8-10 hours shifts, 5 days per week Must be willing to work overtime and Saturday’s, as needed Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license Must be able to start work at 7:00 AM Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noise Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift Overtime People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Construction Experience: 2 years (Required) Language: English (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location: In person