Create a Heavy Equipment Operator Skillit profile and connect with top construction companies hiring in your area
Skillit allows you to showcase your experience and skills and helps you get noticed by top employers looking for skilled craft workers.
Benefits: Most heavy/ construction equipment operating jobs include paid time off, medical and retirement benefits. Specific benefits will be established by the hiring company.
Job Description
At Skillit, America’s largest AI powered network of vetted craft workers, we are helping top construction companies and contractors hire skilled workers for heavy equipment operating jobs. If you are someone with experience in operating excavators, bulldozers, loaders, cranes and other construction machinery, here’s your chance to get full-time construction equipment operator jobs in large scale infrastructure development and commercial projects.
Location: Multiple cities across USA
Responsibilities
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Operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, graders, backhoes, compactors, excavators, graders, haul trucks and cranes to move earth, dig, load, haul and spread material.
Ensuring safe equipment operation by conducting pre-use checks and regular maintenance inspections.
Following project blueprints, site plans, and safety procedures to maintain efficient work.
Coordinating with site managers, engineers, and other members of the construction staff to maintain workflow and project timelines.
Adherence to all safety protocols and regulations to minimize occupational risks at the workplace.
May require assisting with heavy physical activity (lifting/pushing/pulling objects weighing over 60 lbs)
Operate machinery in varied weather conditions (wet, humid, hot, exposure to fumes/ dust/ vibrations)
Noise levels are usually moderate.
Qualifications
Applicants for these heavy equipment operators' jobs should possess following experience and skills:
✓ Past experience in construction equipment operator jobs or a related supporting industry.
✓ Past experience in operating different machinery used in construction, earthmoving or excavation.
✓ A valid commercial driver's license (CDL) or heavy equipment operator certificate is preferred for the job.
✓ Strong attention to detail, interpersonal skills, mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow safety protocols.
✓ Physical stamina to handle demanding job site conditions and long shifts.
✓ Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
✓ Understanding of GPS equipment and operations.
About Skillit
We are America’s largest network of vetted craft workers, trusted by the top ENR, Fortune 500 contractors and specialty trades. Our AI powered tools make it easy to connect with, verify and hire talented craft workers across 40+ metro markets. Our core values of Respect, Ambition and Precision (RAP) are the foundation of how we build a community that elevates skilled trades. We are committed to maintaining a positive and inclusive space for everyone.
If you’re looking for reliable, well-paying machine operator jobs, join the Skillit job network today and connect with top construction companies.
Dozens of top contractors already trust Skillit for their craft hiring needs
Other Benefits of a Skillit Profile
Skillit provides tailored solutions to meet your business requirements. Our platform allows you to fill concrete worker positions with experienced and qualified workers quickly. This flexibility ensures your projects stay on track without compromising quality.
Free Resume Generator
Get a free resume when you create a profile. Skillit will even send an updated resume when you update your profile.
Assessments
Take assessments to showcase your knowledge and experience in your trade and stand out to top employers.
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“I’ve worked tons of staffing agencies. This is different. Skillit is special.”
Paul Denson
Foreman, TN
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“Skillit made the hiring process smooth and seamless. The entire experience was excellent.”
Jeffery Evans
Heavy equipment operator, GA
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“I created my Skillit profile, got a call that week, and started my new job on the Monday."
Bill Farrell
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hired by Brasfield & Gorrie
Frequently Asked Questions
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Right now, Skillit operates in 11 states, Florida, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, Colorado, Arizona, Tennessee and Virginia.
If you’re not in one of those states don’t worry! We’re opening new markets all the time based on demand.If you're looking for work, complete your profile, and join the waitlist. We'll contact you first when we open up in your area!
If you're looking to hire, please get in touch. We're rapidly growing and will let you know when we'll be ready to support you.
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No. Skillit is completely free for workers.
We get paid only by employers for giving them access to our database of vetted craft workers
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Right now Skillit supports General Laborers, Heavy Equipment Operators, Carpenters, Concrete Workers, Welders, Drywall Installers, Electricians, Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters and Superintendents.
We’re onboarding new trades all the time based on demand.
If you're looking for work, complete your profile, and join the waitlist. We'll contact you first when we support your trade!
If you're looking to hire, please get in touch. We're rapidly growing and will let you know when we'll be ready to support you.
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Skillit is the preferred construction recruiting solution for dozens of the nations best specialty and general contractors. Every day, top ENR contractors like J.E. Dunn, Brasfield & Gorrie, McCarthy and Swinerton rely on Skillit’s platform to source, understand and connect with qualified construction professionals all across the U.S.
Ready to scale your craft?
Effortlessly connect with top heavy equipment operators 3X faster with Skillit’s powerful sourcing platform and cut recruiting costs by up to 10X.
