Job Details

Position Summary 

Heavy Equipment Operator is a full-time hourly position.  Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment in the completion of heavy civil construction projects in a safe and efficient manner and according to federal and state heavy highway regulations. 

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions (Level 1) 

• Safely, efficiently and effectively operate heavy equipment 
• Coordinate machine actions with crew members in response to hand or audio signals 
• Be constantly aware of your surroundings while operating heavy equipment, as to not injure persons or property 
• Use GPS to achieve horizontal and vertical control, if applicable 
• Proficiently operate: 
  • Trackhoe 
  • Large and small bulldozer 
  • Skid steers 
  • Roller compactors 
• AND/OR  
  • Asphalt lay down machines 
  • Asphalt rollers  
  • Milling machines 
• Conduct daily pre and post work inspections on Company equipment, as to identify any safety or maintenance issues 
• Promote, execute and adhere to the Company`s Safety Program and encourage all co-workers to do the same 
• May perform other duties as assigned 

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions (Level 2) 

Same as Operator 1, but must also be able to: 

• Load and unload heavy equipment from transport trailers when necessary 
• Proficiently operate:  
  • Finish dozer 
  • Finish motor grader 
• Proficient at calculating off of grade stakes