Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in Virginia
Full time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Motor Grader (Damascus, VA)
Damascus, VA
Experienced heavy equipment operators needed in and around Damascus, VA to run motor graders for finish and fine grading. This is hands-on field work focused on producing accurate slopes and smooth final surfaces on roads and civil sites. Pay is $32/hr plus a $100 per diem for every day worked. Candidates must bring strong motor grader skills, at least 5+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, and the ability to read grades and work with a crew to complete projects safely and on schedule.
Full time
Dozer & Excavator Operator — Richmond, VA
Richmond, VA
Dozer and excavator operators needed in Richmond, VA to support site grading, specialty concrete, and underground utility work. You’ll run dozers and/or excavators on heavy civil sites, perform basic equipment maintenance, and work with a crew focused on safety and getting the job done right. This is hands-on work for operators with at least 2 years’ experience. Expect steady hours, overtime when needed, clear direction from foremen, and opportunities to move up with training and advancement.
Full time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Motor Grader (Finish Grading)
Damascus, VA
Experienced heavy equipment operators needed in and around Damascus, VA to run motor graders for fine/finish grading. You’ll be responsible for producing accurate slopes and smooth final surfaces on road and site projects. This role is hands-on — expect to spend full days on the machine and work closely with foremen and crew to meet grade and schedule. Pay is $32.00 per hour plus a $100 per day per diem for each day worked. Candidates must have at least 5+ years of heavy equipment experience with proven motor grader finish-grading skills. Local and regional project assignments with daily per diem provided while on the job.
Full time
Motor Grader Operator
Damascus, VA
Seeking experienced Motor Grader Operators in Damascus, VA. This is a hands-on finish-grading role on civil and paving jobs. Pay is $32/hour plus a $100 per diem for each day worked. You’ll run the grader to produce accurate slopes, elevations, and smooth final surfaces on active construction sites. We need dependable operators with strong finish-grading skills and at least 5+ years of heavy equipment experience.
Full time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Motor Grader (Damascus, VA)
Damascus, VA
Experienced heavy equipment operators needed in and around Damascus, VA to run motor graders for finish grading. This role focuses on precise slope work and producing smooth final surfaces on roads, pads, and sitework. Pay is $32/hr plus a $100 per diem for each day worked. You must have at least 5+ years of motor grader/finish grading experience and be able to work reliably on local projects in the Damascus area. Expect hands-on grading, basic equipment maintenance, and close attention to grade and finish tolerances.
Full time
Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer & Excavator)
South Boston, VA
Heavy Equipment Operators needed in South Boston, VA to run dozers and excavators on grading and site development projects. You’ll be expected to operate equipment safely, perform daily inspections and routine maintenance, and help the crew meet production targets. This is steady heavy-civil work with a safety-first crew environment. Pay is competitive and based on experience. We’re looking for reliable operators with at least 2 years of dozer or excavator experience who take pride in clean, on-time work and follow directions from supervisors.
Full time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Excavator/Dozer
Culpeper, VA
Join a crew in Culpeper, VA as a Heavy Equipment Operator working on concrete construction projects. You’ll run excavators, dozers, skid steers, loaders and related machines to handle layout, fine grading, trenching, pit excavations, backfill and hoisting under a foreman’s direction. This is hands-on, steady work for operators who know how to read grades, use rotating and slope lasers, plan spoil and truck flow, and keep equipment maintained and running safely. If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and want consistent concrete work with opportunities to train and advance, this role is a fit.
Full time
Heavy Equipment Operator — Pile Driving
Damascus, VA
Seeking a hands-on Heavy Equipment Operator to run pile driving operations on the Virginia Creeper Trails project in Damascus, VA. You will be operating pile rigs and related heavy equipment to set foundations and structural supports along the trail. Work is outdoors and may include uneven terrain and variable weather. This is field work for someone who knows pile driving and civil construction. You’ll coordinate directly with site supervisors and crew, perform regular equipment checks, and support excavation and concrete activities as needed. Competitive pay (DOE) and overtime available for the right candidate.
Per diem
Heavy Equipment Operator
Damascus, VA
Join a field crew in Damascus, VA as a per diem Heavy Equipment Operator running dozers, excavators and loaders on road and right-of-way maintenance and repair. This role focuses on hands-on machine operation for grading, loading, hauling and trenching on a variety of surfaces. You’ll work on travel assignments and local projects installing culverts and utilities, performing routine equipment inspections and maintenance, and mentoring less-experienced operators. Expect physical, outdoor work and a safety-first jobsite culture.