Heavy Equipment Operator

Date posted: November 4, 2026

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Job Overview:

Are you ready to take charge of powerful machinery that shapes the landscape? We’re seeking a dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment. In this role, you’ll operate a variety of heavy equipment to support construction projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and precision at every step. Your expertise will help build infrastructure, move materials, and bring complex projects to life with skill and confidence. Join us and be part of a team that values your mechanical aptitude, safety consciousness, and dedication to quality work!

Responsibilities:

Working / Operating Foreman

Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, wheel excavators, gradalls.

Manage the operation of construction vehicles including front loader trucks and dump trucks.

Conduct routine inspections and maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards are met.

Assist with the setting up of construction sites by preparing the ground and moving materials like concrete mixers or farm machinery as needed.

Follow all safety protocols and procedures while operating machinery to prevent accidents and ensure a secure work environment.

Collaborate with project managers and team members to execute tasks accurately within project timelines.

Maintain detailed logs of equipment usage, inspections, and maintenance activities for accountability.

Qualifications:

Proven experience operating heavy construction equipment on active job sites with a strong understanding of construction processes.

Mechanical knowledge is sufficient to troubleshoot basic issues with machinery such as excavators, loaders, dozers, cranes, and other heavy equipment.

Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with experience driving large vehicles like dump trucks or tanker trucks is required.

Familiarity with construction site safety standards and protocols.

Ability to operate specialized equipment including concrete mixers, water trucks, roll-off trucks, front loader trucks, farm machinery or similar vehicles.

Knowledge of Caterpillar (CAT) machinery operation is a plus but not mandatory.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment. Join us in building something great! We’re committed to providing a safe workplace where your skills make a real impact. Whether you’re experienced in construction site operations or eager to grow your expertise in heavy equipment operation, this is your chance to be part of an energetic team dedicated to excellence!

Benefits:

Employee paid health insurance

Paid time off

Simple IRA plan with company match

Potential to earn $70.00 an hour on prevailing wage projects

Assigned a service truck

Work Location: In person

We are a company that values safety-conscious professionals who thrive on delivering exceptional customer service in every task they undertake.