Heavy Equipment Operator (Travel/Rotational)

About This Role

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operators wanted for traveling environmental and infrastructure projects nationwide. You’ll run excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, backhoes and more — working on rotational schedules with full travel support. This role pays competitive hourly rates (based on experience), includes a strong per diem, and covers flights, lodging, and rental cars when required. Operators who work safely, maintain their machines, and show leadership can move into Lead Operator, Foreman, and Superintendent roles.

What You'll Do

• • Operate excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, and related heavy equipment safely and efficiently
• • Perform excavation, grading, material handling, demolition, and site-support tasks per project plans
• • Conduct daily equipment inspections, perform basic maintenance, and report mechanical or safety issues
• • Work closely with foremen, superintendents, laborers, and other operators to meet production and safety goals
• • Set up and maintain safe work zones, assist with traffic control/flagging, and enforce site safety rules
• • Travel to assigned project sites on rotation and support mobilization/demobilization tasks

What We're Looking For

• • Prior heavy equipment operating experience (2+ years preferred) across multiple machine types
• • Proven ability to operate and switch between excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, etc.
• • Strong situational awareness and commitment to following safety procedures on active sites
• • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and willingness to travel on rotation
• • Dependable attendance, punctuality, and ability to work extended rotations away from home
• • Basic mechanical skills for daily inspections and the ability to report and document equipment issues

Qualifications

• • Valid driver’s license; CDL Class A or B preferred where applicable
• • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and driving-record review
• • OSHA 10-hour card or equivalent preferred
• • Equipment operator certifications a plus (NCCER, vendor-specific, or industry certifications)
• • DOT medical card where required by project or vehicle type
• • English proficiency required; Spanish or other language skills are a plus

What We Offer

• • Competitive hourly pay based on experience (paid travel/mobilization time when applicable)
• • Daily per diem plus travel stipend to cover meals and incidental expenses
• • Company-paid airfare, hotel, rental car, and rotation flight home when required
• • Paid mobilization time and company credit/gas card for approved work travel
• • Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) plan; paid time off and company-paid holidays
• • Clear advancement path into Lead Operator, Foreman, and Superintendent roles

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