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
Excavator Operator
Culpeper, VA
Local concrete construction crews in Culpeper, VA are seeking experienced excavator operators to run a range of heavy equipment on site. Working under a foreman, you’ll operate excavators, dozers, skid steers and loaders to handle layout, fine grading, trenching, pit excavations, finishing work and hoisting while keeping equipment running safely and efficiently. This role is hands-on and production-focused. Expect day shifts on concrete-focused jobs, clear safety rules, and steady project schedules. If you know laser layout and trench safety, can plan spoil and truck flow, and take care of your machine, you’ll fit right in and have opportunities to advance with added training.
Full time
Heavy Equipment Operator (Pile Driving)
Damascus, VA
Join the crew running pile driving operations for the Virginia Creeper Trails project in Damascus, VA. This is a hands-on heavy-equipment role focused on foundation and structural work along the trail — ideal for operators experienced with pile driving equipment on civil or trail-related projects. Work is outdoors and weather-exposed. You’ll coordinate with site supervisors and crew, perform equipment setup and inspections, and keep work moving safely and efficiently on a project with clear daily objectives.
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.