Heavy Equipment Operator

Trillium Construction is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators near Emporia, VA to support the foundation work for a large-scale power plant construction project.


This role is critical to the early phases of the build and requires operators who can work efficiently, safely, and with precision in a fast-paced job site environment.


Key Responsibilities
-Operate heavy equipment including loaders, skid steers, GPS dozers, excavators, and motor graders
-Perform site preparation, grading, trenching, and material movement for foundation work
-Read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and GPS controls when applicable
-Work closely with site supervisors and crews to meet project timelines and production goals
-Conduct daily equipment inspections and maintain equipment in safe working condition
-Follow all OSHA and site-specific safety protocols at all times


Pay rate is up to $30/hour. Schedule: Mon - Fri, 40h / week. Apply now!


Qualifications
-Proven experience operating heavy equipment on commercial or industrial construction projects
-Experience with loaders, skid steers, GPS bulldozers, excavators, and/or motor graders
-Preference for operators with multi-equipment experience, but strong experience on one or two pieces of
equipment will be considered
-Experience with GPS-controlled grading systems is a plus
-Ability to read site plans and understand grade requirements
-Strong awareness of safety procedures and job site hazards
-Pre-employment screenings

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.