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Skillit allows you to showcase your experience and skills and helps you get noticed by top employers looking for skilled craft workers.
Looking for heavy equipment operator jobs?
Are you looking for heavy equipment operator jobs with top US contractors on infrastructure and commercial projects? At Skillit, America’s AI-powered job network, we connect craft workers with companies across the US. These positions involve operating excavators, bulldozers, loaders, cranes and other construction machinery.
Location: Multiple cities across the US
Benefits: Most heavy equipment operator jobs include paid time off, medical and retirement benefits. Specific benefits will be established by the hiring company.
Responsibilities
Operate equipment such as bulldozers, graders, backhoes, compactors, excavators, haul trucks and cranes.
Move earth, and dig, load, haul and spread material.
Conduct pre-use checks and regular maintenance inspections.
Follow project blueprints, site plans and safety procedures.
Coordinate with site managers, engineers and construction staff to keep work on schedule.
Follow all safety protocols and regulations to reduce risk on the job site.
Qualifications
Prior construction equipment operator experience or experience in a related industry.
Experience operating machinery used in construction, earthmoving or excavation.
A valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) or heavy equipment operator certificate preferred.
Attention to detail, mechanical aptitude and commitment to safety protocols.
Understanding of GPS equipment and operations.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Physical stamina for long shifts and varied weather, including heat, humidity, fumes, dust and vibration. May include lifting, pushing or pulling objects over 60 pounds.
Build your future with the right heavy equipment operator jobs
Operate at the highest level
From excavators to cranes, your skills move projects forward. Skillit links you with contractors who value precision and safety.
Work on large-scale civil and industrial projects
Get hired for specialized machine operation roles
Display equipment certifications clearly
Build long-term relationships with top contractors
Get hired faster as an operator with Skillit
Skillit simplifies hiring by showcasing your equipment experience to decision-makers immediately.
Employers search by equipment type and experience
Verified profiles build immediate trust
Free resume tools simplify showcasing credentials
Get placed on projects quickly
About Skillit
We are America’s 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 skilled heavy equipment operator jobs with competitive pay and opportunity for growth, set up a profile on Skillit and connect with top construction companies.
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Other benefits of joining Skillit
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.
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?
Set up your free profile and connect with top contractors hiring heavy equipment operators.
