Heavy Equipment Operator

About This Role

Join a heavy civil construction crew in Malvern, PA as a Heavy Equipment Operator supporting milling and paving operations across the mid-Atlantic. You’ll run asphalt pavers, rollers, milling machines, backhoes and skid steers to build and maintain roads and other infrastructure. This is hands-on work — expect night and weekend shifts, occasional travel and overnight stays. You’ll be responsible for safe equipment operation, routine non-mechanical maintenance, clear crew communication and meeting daily production goals while working around live traffic.

What You'll Do

• • Operate asphalt pavers, rollers, milling machines, material transfer vehicles, backhoes and skid steers during milling and paving jobs.
• • Perform pre- and post-shift inspections and routine non-mechanical maintenance (cleaning, greasing, fluid checks) to keep equipment safe and productive.
• • Discuss daily plans with the field manager and adjust methods to complete assigned work safely and on time.
• • Communicate clearly with crew members, flaggers and supervisors to coordinate traffic control and on-site tasks.
• • Operate equipment with priority on crew safety and follow all site-specific and company safety procedures.
• • Work scheduled night and weekend shifts; travel and overnight stays may be required for assigned projects.

What We're Looking For

• • Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment operating experience in paving or milling operations.
• • Strong hand/foot/eye coordination and ability to operate multiple attachments safely.
• • Able to perform physical work for long periods and lift or handle materials up to 75 lbs.
• • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites.
• • Clear verbal and basic written communication skills to follow instructions and coordinate with crew.
• • Availability for nights, weekends and occasional overnight travel.

Qualifications

• • Valid U.S. driver’s license (required)
• • High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• • 2+ years of heavy-equipment operation experience (required)
• • OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour card (preferred)
• • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen, physical exam and background check
• • English required for safety communication; Spanish or other languages a plus

What We Offer

• • Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• • Health, dental and vision insurance options
• • Retirement plan (401k) and paid time off
• • Paid training and operator refresher courses
• • Per diem or travel reimbursement for overnight assignments
• • Opportunities for career advancement and promotion from within

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