Heavy Equipment Operator jobs
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Houston, TX
We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators in Houston, TX to work on civil and commercial construction, site work, paving, and demolition projects. You will run dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, skid steers and other earth-moving equipment safely and efficiently to meet project schedules. This is hands-on work on active job sites across the Houston area. Candidates must read and follow site plans, perform basic equipment inspections and maintenance, enforce safety procedures, and be comfortable with traffic control and site clean-up. Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and steady project hours available — apply if you have proven field experience and a strong safety record.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
La Porte, TX
Heavy Equipment Operator needed for commercial/civil/marine earthwork in La Porte, TX. You’ll run excavators, dozers (GPS), loaders, skid steers, off-road and water trucks to complete excavation, trenching, grading and material handling tasks while following strict safety procedures. This role requires hands-on operators with 3+ years of experience who can read plans, complete hazard analyses, perform basic equipment inspections/maintenance, and mentor less experienced operators. Night shifts may be required; reliable transportation and a safety-first mindset are a must.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Huntsville, AL
Heavy Equipment Operators wanted for projects across North Alabama. You’ll run excavators, dozers, loaders, graders and other earthmoving gear on civil, paving and demolition jobs around Huntsville and the surrounding region. Safety, reliability and hands-on skills matter more than fancy resumes. This is field work: expect local travel to job sites in North Alabama, varied day-to-day tasks, and steady hours when projects are active. Candidates should be able to inspect and care for their machines, follow site signals and safety rules, and work directly with crews to get the job done right.
Per Diem
Commercial Concrete Equipment Operator
Cedar Rapids, IA
Join a hands-on crew as a Commercial Concrete Equipment Operator in Cedar Rapids, IA. You’ll run laser screeds, telehandlers, forklifts, skid steers, loaders and power buggies on high-production commercial pours—distribution centers, data centers, tilt-up and industrial slabs. This is a per diem position that moves between large commercial sites. We need operators who run equipment safely, set up and calibrate machines, and keep pours moving on tight schedules. Open to candidates willing to relocate for projects.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Spartanburg, SC
Experienced dozer and excavator operators needed for heavy civil and site grading projects in Spartanburg, SC. You’ll run dozers and/or excavators on roadwork, site development, and underground utility jobs—working outdoors on commercial and municipal projects. This is hands-on work: operate equipment safely and efficiently, perform daily maintenance, help with manual labor when needed, and follow directions from the site foreman. Candidates should have solid dozer/excavator experience, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Per Diem
Heavy Equipment Operator — La Porte, TX
La Porte, TX · $30-$48/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator needed for a commercial/civil project in La Porte, TX. You’ll run excavators, dozers (GPS), loaders, rollers, water/off-road trucks and compactors to support excavation, grading, and material handling. This is hands-on work — read plans, set grades with laser levels, and keep machines in safe working order. We’re looking for a dependable operator with 3–5+ years of self-perform earthwork experience who can work independently, follow site safety systems (sloping, shoring, trench boxes), complete THA logs and machine load charts, and mentor less-experienced crew members. Pay range is $30–$48/hr plus per diem for La Porte assignments.
Full Time
Excavator Operator — Mainline Pipe Crew
Largo, MD · $28-$35/hr
Join a Mainline Pipe Crew in Largo, MD as an Excavator Operator handling heavy civil work on water, sewer, and storm drain projects. You’ll run large hydraulic excavators (Cat 330/336/349 or similar) for trenching, grading and mass earthwork while following OSHA and site safety rules. This is hands-on work in the field: expect physically demanding tasks, varied weather, and a team environment. Pay is $28.00–$35.00 per hour based on experience. Candidates must have at least 3 years of heavy civil excavation experience and a valid driver’s license; CDL is a plus.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Excavator (Mainline Pipe Crew)
Laurel, MD · $28-$35/hr
Experienced Excavator Operator needed in Laurel, MD for mainline pipe and mass earthwork on heavy civil projects. You’ll run large hydraulic excavators (Cat 330/336/349 or similar) to dig trenches, grade, and move large volumes of material while working with the Mainline Pipe Crew. This is hands-on field work: follow plans and grade stakes, work with lasers and GPS machine control where available, perform daily inspections and basic maintenance, and follow OSHA and site safety standards. Pay range is $28.00–$35.00/hr depending on experience.
Full Time
Excavator Operator
Indianapolis, IN
Excavator operators needed for earthmoving and site work across Indiana and Ohio. Work will include residential, commercial, and civil construction sites; travel between job sites in IN and OH is required. OSHA 10 certification is mandatory — safety is the top priority on every project. You’ll operate excavators for grading, trenching, and site prep while coordinating with site supervisors and crew members. Candidates should be practical, safety-conscious, and able to perform basic equipment checks and light maintenance as needed.
Full Time
Telehandler Operator — Structural Steel & PEMB
Fort Wayne, IN
Operate rough-terrain telehandlers on commercial and industrial structural steel and pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) projects in and around Fort Wayne, IN. You’ll move, lift, and stage columns, rafters, girts, purlins, wall and roof panels, and other building materials to support steel erection crews. This is hands-on field work on active job sites. You’ll perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance, read lift plans, coordinate with crane operators and ironworkers, and follow OSHA and site safety rules at all times. Pay is competitive and based on experience.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Austin, TX
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator needed in Austin, TX to run SkyTrak telehandlers and forklifts on active construction sites. You’ll move materials, support site crews, and keep work flowing by operating equipment safely and efficiently. This is hands-on work: load and unload materials, perform basic maintenance checks, and follow site plans and crew directions. Ideal candidate has solid telehandler and forklift experience, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work outdoors in a fast-paced construction setting.
Full Time
Excavator Operator - Jackson, MS
Jackson, MS · $30-$34/hr
Experienced excavator operator needed to dig utilities and perform trenching in the Jackson, MS area. This is a hands-on role for someone who knows their way around an excavator, follows safety rules, and can work on different sites. Pay is $30-$34/hr depending on experience, with per diem provided for travel assignments. Work will be based in and around Jackson, MS but you must be able to travel to other job locations as needed. Expect steady field work, straightforward crews, and a focus on getting the job done safely and on schedule.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Indiana/Ohio
Nationwide
We are hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators located in Indiana or Ohio to run heavy machinery on civil, demolition, and concrete projects. Jobs include roadwork, site prep, utility and commercial projects across local and regional sites. You’ll operate dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, skid steers and haul units while following site safety rules and keeping equipment maintained. This is hands-on work: expect physical tasks, routine equipment checks, and steady hours with overtime available.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Indianapolis, IN
Heavy Equipment Operators needed for projects based in Indianapolis with work across Indiana and Ohio. You’ll operate dozers, excavators, graders, loaders and other construction machines to move earth, prep sites, and support paving and demolition work. This is hands-on work — expect travel between job sites, routine machine maintenance, and following site safety and grade instructions. Ideal candidates have solid equipment experience, basic diesel/hydraulic maintenance skills, and a focus on doing the job safely and efficiently.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Roanoke, VA
Heavy equipment operators needed in Roanoke, VA for construction and earthmoving work. You’ll run excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers and other site machines on residential and commercial projects. Work is steady, hands-on, and focused on safe, accurate sitework. Ideal candidates have experience with excavation, grading, paving prep, and routine equipment maintenance. You’ll follow site plans, take direction from foremen, and keep machines inspected and ready to go — real work for people who know equipment and take pride in getting the job done right.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator - Southeast (Travel)
Nationwide
Heavy Equipment Operator based in the Southeast — travel required. We need experienced hands who can operate dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, skid steers, backhoes and dump trucks across multiple project sites in the region. You’ll work on civil construction projects, follow site plans, and keep equipment running safely and on schedule. This is regional work with frequent travel between job sites across the Southeast. Competitive pay (DOE) plus travel pay and per diem, overtime opportunities, and steady assignments for reliable operators. Must be ready to move between sites, adapt to changing conditions, and work weekdays with occasional nights or weekend shifts.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Huntsville, AL
We need experienced Heavy Equipment Operators in Huntsville, AL to run dozers, excavators, loaders, graders and rollers on site-prep and utility projects. Typical work is outside, full-time, with long runs of steady hours and regular overtime on larger projects. Pay is $25–$35 per hour depending on experience and certifications. You’ll be expected to handle daily equipment checks, keep machines clean and maintained, work to grade and stringline, and support ground crews to keep projects moving safely and on schedule.
Full Time
Civil Excavation Foreman
AL
Seeking an experienced Civil Excavation Foreman in Alabama to lead hands on civil projects. You’ll run and coordinate excavators, dozers, graders and related equipment, direct crews on trenching and site prep, and make sure work is done right, on time, and safely. This is field-first work for a heavy equipment operator who can read plans, manage crew performance, enforce safety, and keep machines running. Competitive pay based on experience, regular overtime, and steady project work across Alabama.
Full Time
Forklift / Telehandler Operator (PEMB Erection)
Nationwide
Experienced forklift/telehandler operators needed nationwide to support PEMB (pre-engineered metal building) and structural steel erection crews. You’ll work on active commercial and industrial sites operating rough-terrain forklifts and telehandlers to move, stage, and position steel, panels, insulation, and rigging gear per lift plans. This is hands-on, outdoor work in varying weather and terrain. You’ll inspect equipment daily, maintain organized laydown areas, communicate with ironworkers/crane crews via radio and hand signals, and follow OSHA/site safety and PPE rules. Travel to job sites and overtime may be required.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Foreman
Eagle Mountain, UT
Looking for a hands-on Heavy Equipment Foreman to lead crews and manage a fleet of machines in the Eagle Mountain / Salt Lake City area. You'll run jobsites, coordinate equipment, and keep crews moving on residential and light commercial projects within 60 miles of Eagle Mountain, UT. This is a working foreman role — you will operate equipment daily, supervise operators, handle fleet upkeep and scheduling, enforce safety, and communicate with office staff and rental vendors. Candidates should have at least 2 years operating and supervising heavy equipment and be ready to manage crews in the field.
Full Time
Motor Grader Operator
Gail, TX · Up to $36/hr
Experienced motor grader operator needed in Gail, TX to run GPS-equipped graders for roadwork and site grading. You’ll use machine control systems to produce accurate grades, work around other heavy equipment, and keep projects on schedule. Pay up to $36/hr depending on experience. This role is hands-on: you’ll perform precise grading, do basic upkeep and inspections, and communicate with crew leads and equipment operators. NCCER and OSHA 10/30 certifications are required; strong GPS machine control and fine-grading experience are a must.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Komatsu Machine Control
Nationwide
Join crews nationwide operating Komatsu-equipped earthmoving machines with integrated machine control. This role is for experienced heavy equipment operators who are comfortable running GPS-guided or automated controls and reading digital grade data on site. You will work closely with site supervisors and survey/layout teams to hit grades safely and efficiently. Assignments vary by region — expect travel, steady work, and opportunities for overtime and training on machine-control systems.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Quakertown, PA
We are hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator in Quakertown, PA to run backhoes, pavers, dozers, tractor pans and graders on paving, excavating, pipe-laying and grading jobs. This is a hands-on field role: you’ll operate equipment safely and efficiently, perform daily upkeep, and help complete projects on schedule. You’ll work with the field manager to review plans and pick the best methods for each task, make on-the-job decisions about equipment use, and follow all site safety and maintenance policies. This position rewards dependable operators who take pride in clean, well-maintained machines and safe work habits.
Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lehighton, PA
Join a highway and site-work crew in Lehighton, PA as a Heavy Equipment Operator. You’ll run backhoes, dozers, pavers, tractor pans and graders on paving, excavation, pipe installation and grading jobs. This is hands-on field work: operate equipment safely, perform basic maintenance, and help the crew hit daily production targets. We promote from within and value reliable, safety-focused operators. Expect steady hours, frequent overtime on larger projects, and on-the-job training to expand your equipment skills and responsibilities.
Full Time
Excavator Operator
Baltimore, MD · $28-$35/hr
Join a heavy civil crew in Baltimore as an Excavator Operator working on mainline pipe and large-scale mass excavation. You’ll run hydraulic excavators (Cat 330/336/349 or similar) to dig trenches, set grades, and move large volumes of earth while following site plans and safety procedures. This is hands-on field work: read plans and grade stakes, use laser levels, perform daily equipment checks and light maintenance, and work closely with foremen and crew members. Pay is $28–$35/hr depending on experience, with medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, annual bonus and 401(k).