Heavy Equipment Operator - Primoris Heavy Civil - Houston, TX

Heavy Equipment OperatorOperate heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, and other construction machinery to perform various tasks on heavy civil construction projects in Houston, TX.Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently according to project specifications and company policies.Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of equipment, including checking fluid levels, tires, and other components, and report any maintenance needs.Dig, trench, grade, backfill, and move materials as directed by project supervisors.Read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and other construction documents to ensure accurate execution of tasks.Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper care and maintenance of assigned equipment.Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other personnel on the job site.Assist with other general labor duties as needed to support project completion.High School Diploma or GED preferred.Minimum of 3-5 years of experience operating various types of heavy civil construction equipment (e.g., excavators, dozers, loaders, graders).Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.Ability to read and understand blueprints, grade stakes, and other construction documents.Strong understanding of heavy equipment operation, safety procedures, and maintenance.Ability to work in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.Competitive compensation, paid weekly.Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.401(k) with company match, vested on day one.Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].Pet coverage for your furry friends.Legal assistance coverage.Award-winning safety programs.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.