Heavy Equipment Operator

About This Role

Operate a variety of heavy earthmoving equipment for self-performed sitework and construction projects in Austin, TX. This hands-on role focuses on safe, efficient operation of excavators, dozers, rollers, loaders and related machines to complete excavation, grading, demo, and site-prep tasks. No supervisory responsibilities. You’ll work on commercial and civil projects doing footings, trenches, pad grading, material loading and compaction. Safety training and equipment upkeep are expected; steady hours, overtime when available, and on-the-job training are provided for experienced operators who take pride in quality work.

What You'll Do

• • Excavate footings, foundations and trenches; backfill and fine-grade building pads
• • Demolish concrete and load out debris/materials using excavators or loaders
• • Spread, grade and compact rock, base and other fill; stabilize subgrade with rollers and graders
• • Check grades, lay out/bench excavations and install trench boxes/shoring as needed
• • Operate multiple machines (excavator, dozer, roller, loader, skid steer) and perform basic equipment checks
• • Attend required safety and equipment training and follow all site safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• • Proven experience operating excavators, dozers, rollers and loaders on commercial/civil sites
• • Ability to read grade stakes, basic site layout and follow verbal/written instructions
• • Good depth perception, hand-eye coordination and ability to operate controls safely
• • Physically able to climb on/off equipment, lift up to 50 lbs and work on uneven terrain and at heights
• • Reliable attendance, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to Austin job sites
• • Able to pass pre-employment drug screen, background check and physical (silica exam if applicable)

Qualifications

• • OSHA 10 (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)
• • Valid U.S. driver’s license
• • Able to pass drug screen, criminal background check and pre-employment physical
• • Spanish/English bilingual preferred
• • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; prior heavy-equipment experience required

What We Offer

• • Competitive hourly pay (DOE) with overtime opportunities
• • Health, dental and vision plan options
• • Paid holidays and vacation time
• • Weekly pay and direct deposit available
• • Tool/boot allowance and training/certification reimbursement
• • Opportunities for steady sitework contracts and job-site advancement

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