Heavy Equipment Operator (Per Diem)

About This Role

Join a site crew in Lebanon, IN as a Heavy Equipment Operator. You’ll run dozers, loaders, scrapers, forklifts, cranes, skid-steers and more while following work plans, load charts and safety procedures. This is a per diem position — dependable hands-on work, with travel/per diem when applicable. We need operators who work clean, follow safety rules, and communicate clearly with foremen and other trades. Must hold a Class A CDL, required equipment certifications, and at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience. If you take care of gear and want steady, practical work, this role fits.

What You'll Do

• • Operate equipment daily: dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, skid-steer/bobcat, backhoe/excavator and rollers as assigned
• • Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections, routine maintenance, and report malfunctions immediately
• • Follow work plans, pre-task cards and load charts to move material and grade accurately
• • Maintain safe work area and housekeeping; follow site safety rules, flagging and traffic controls
• • Coordinate with foremen, spotters and crew for loading/unloading, site layout and equipment moves
• • Complete required paperwork: timecards, inspection logs, and equipment maintenance notes

What We're Looking For

• • Class A CDL required with current, valid license and endorsements
• • Minimum 1 year of heavy equipment operating experience on construction sites (dozer, loader, scraper, excavator preferred)
• • Current equipment certifications as required by site (certs for crane, telehandler, boom/boom lift when applicable)
• • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, load charts, operating manuals and simple site plans
• • Capable of routine diesel/gasoline engine checks and basic equipment maintenance; able to detect malfunctions
• • Able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs, perform repetitive movements, and work in all weather conditions

Qualifications

• • Class A CDL (required)
• • Equipment certifications as required by site (crane, telehandler, lift certifications)
• • Minimum 1 year heavy equipment operating experience
• • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• • Ability to read/speak basic English for safety communication
• • Able to pass drug screen and meet site background/access requirements

What We Offer

• • Per diem allowance when eligible (per project policy)
• • Weekly payroll with overtime available on eligible hours
• • Safety gear and PPE provided onsite
• • Reimbursement or support for required equipment certifications when needed
• • Travel/mileage pay for jobsite moves and out-of-town projects
• • On-the-job training and skills development for heavy equipment operation

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