Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

About Dunigan Bros., Inc

Water is one of the 3 essential needs for human life. That’s why we specialize in constructing infrastructure to supply clean water and dispose of wastewater for communities throughout the Midwest.

How you get to help us do that in this role

Prepare groundwork and materials for the construction of underground water mains, sanitary sewers, and storm sewers.

What you’ll do

• Provide timely and safe transportation of equipment to and from sites
• Ensure construction is built in alignment with plan specifications by reading, measuring, and accurately interpreting grades and elevations
• Contribute to the successful and safe completion of projects by skillfully maneuvering loaders, skid steers, rollers, dozers, backhoes, hoe packs, small excavators, and other heavy equipment to achieve required grade and compaction of earth and trenches
• Enable seamless workflows by anticipating crew needs and providing timely support and access to materials
• Maintain the integrity of work and surrounding infrastructure with proper material placement and backfilling
• Maximize equipment safety, efficiency, reliability, and longevity through regular cleaning, maintenance, minor repairs, and proactive completion of usage/performance records
• Prioritize safety by operating with awareness and caution in areas with pedestrian and vehicular traffic

About you

• You have experience operating heavy equipment for excavation, grading, compaction, and/or material handling.
• You’re great at knowing the shortest and best route between starting and completing work. You don't need to rush because you're resourceful and work in a well-organized way to gain maximum effect through a minimum number of steps.
• You're drawn to challenges that engage your mind and test your skills. From   complex plans to equipment troubleshooting, the uncertainty of a challenge brings out the problem-solver and learner in you.
• Safety and quality are a reflection of who you are, and you believe “good enough” isn’t good enough.
• Your driver’s license reflects a safe driving history
• You've earned a High School diploma or equivalent

Even better (but not required) if you have

• Underground utility experience

What’s in it for you

• Balance -  While many heavy civil contractors work their teams 70-80 hours per week, we average 45-50 hours per week and very rarely work weekends
• Growth -  We know it's hard to find good training in this industry. We won't expect you to "pick it up or move on." We offer unlimited training, both hands-on and online
• Financial Security
  • 401k with 8% employer contribution after 1st full year of employment. No employee match required to receive the company provided 8%
  • platinum healthcare with minimal employee costs ($25 per week for family care)
  • Twice annual vacation fund payouts
• Variety -  You will not be doing repetitive work. We chase after different types of unique projects and seek to take on the most challenging ones
• Stability -  Work with a stable crew on long term projects. You won't be constantly re-dispatched and moved around. You'll know where you're going every day
• Recognition & Support -  Gift cards, birthday gifts, go home early days when possible, Ariat apparel allowance

FAQs

1. How much travel can I expect? The amount of travel fluctuates based on where we win the opportunity to do projects. We aim to stay within a 3 hour radius travel. When traveling, you can expect a 4-day work week. We pay for lodging, per diem and a weekly dinner.
2. How will I travel to get to away jobs? You will have the option to travel with the Foreman, receive gas money to drive a carpool, or travel on your own.
3. Is this seasonal or year round work? We haven’t laid off in 3 years, our goal is year-round work.
4. Is there opportunity to grow? There's always room for growth, and that is based on what you put in, your efforts, attitude, and goals. We offer unlimited online training and also hands-on equipment operation training.
5. Can I earn overtime? Yes, and we also want you to have a personal life. You can expect to be able to earn 7-8 hours per week over 40.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.

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