Operator

Job Description:

• Operate complex or specialized heavy equipment independently and efficiently 
• Perform routine pre-operation equipment inspections and upload documentation to the company system 
• Lead equipment operations on assigned projects or job sites
• Interpret site drawings and execute work according to project specifications 
• Identify and proactively address operational risks or inefficiencies
• Oversee equipment safety compliance and operational standards
• Mentor and develop Operator I and Operator II team members 
• Coordinate with the site leadership to align equipment use with project timelines
• Provide input on equipment needs, maintenance planning, and operational improvements
• Ensure productivity targets and quality standards are met

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred
• Must be CCO certified for mobile crane operations
• 5+ years of advanced equipment operation experience including excavators, dozers, soil stabilizers, and motor graders
• Expert-level proficiency operating heavy or specialized equipment
• Strong working knowledge of site plans, grade specifications, and operational sequencing 
• Demonstrated leadership capability in field environments
• Advanced understanding of safety regulations and risk mitigation practices
• Ability to make independent decisions in high-pressure situations
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Proven ability to mentor and develop junior operators
• Required Certifications/Lincenses- Complete specialized onboarding safety certification at date of hire
• OSHA 10 certification required or ability to obtain certification through Clear 
• Bilingual preferred