Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment OperatorWe are seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to join our growing team in West Michigan. This role involves operating heavy construction equipment to support earthmoving, river and stream restoration, and remediation projects. You safely and efficiently perform excavation, grading, and material handling while working in challenging environmental conditions. The position requires strong technical skills, attention to safety, and the ability to travel frequently to various project sites.Operate heavy equipment commonly used on the project, including large hydraulic excavators such as Komatsu PC490 and PC360.Perform excavation, grading, shaping, and finish/fine grading activities, particularly in river and stream restoration work.Load, transport, and unload soil, debris, sand, gravel, and waste materials to designated locations in accordance with project specifications.Conduct work and operate equipment in wet environments, including water, mud, uneven terrain, and variable environmental conditions.Support dust control, dirt compaction, dewatering, sediment stabilization, and dredging operations as required by the project.Operate equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, excavators, and dozers to complete construction and earthmoving tasks.Read and interpret maps, site plans, blueprints, technical manuals, and project specifications to execute work accurately.Maintain accurate daily logs, inspection reports, and equipment documentation to support operational and regulatory requirements.Perform routine preventive maintenance and complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.Travel regularly to various job sites, including out-of-state locations, and remain available for overnight stays during the workweek when required.3+ years of Heavy equipment operating experience with equipment including excavators, loaders, dozers, and backhoes.Familiarity with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Hazardous Materials Transportation Regulations.Experience with hydraulic and mechanical dredging, dewatering, sediment stabilization, and waste transportation.Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively in challenging terrain and environmental conditions, including wet, muddy, and uneven surfaces.Capability to perform finish and fine grading work to meet project specifications.Ability to read and interpret maps, site plans, blueprints, technical manuals, and project specifications.Strong communication skills, including the ability to coordinate work using handheld radios.Attention to detail in maintaining accurate daily logs, inspection reports, and equipment documentation.Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance and thorough equipment inspections.Clean driving record acceptable to the company’s insurance carrier.Up to 7 years of experience operating heavy equipment in remediation, construction, or earthmoving projects.This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kalamazoo, MI. The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).This is a fully onsite position in Kalamazoo, MI. This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.