Heavy Civil Equipment Operator

Heavy Civil Equipment Operator Job Overview Company: Deschutes Construction. Salary/Pay Rate: $35–$40 per hour or local prevailing wage when applicable. Location: Redmond, OR. Job/Employment Type: Full Time. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8–10 hour shifts, with overtime and occasional weekend work as needed. Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, and Government Civil Sitework. The Opportunity Deschutes Construction (DCC) is hiring a Heavy Civil Equipment Operator to support commercial, industrial, and civil sitework projects throughout Central Oregon. This role works under the direction of the Foreman and is ideal for someone who values safety, teamwork, and pride in quality work. How You Will Make An Impact Operate heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, skid steers, mini excavators, and rollers. Perform heavy civil and sitework tasks including excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation. Work safely around trenches, underground utilities, and active construction zones. Follow project plans, grade stakes, and GPS systems to complete work accurately. Conduct routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance. Support the Foreman and crew in meeting daily production goals safely and efficiently. Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused jobsite. Required Qualifications & Experience At least 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment in construction. Experience working on civil, sitework, or excavation projects preferred. Basic ability to read plans and drawings. Familiarity with trench safety and safe equipment operation. Experience working with or around GPS machine control systems preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Ability to commute to or relocate to Redmond, OR. Strong work ethic, teamwork, and commitment to safety. Compensation & Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4%. Paid time off. Overtime opportunities. Career growth with a family-owned company that values its people. Deschutes Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Contractor Consultants