Heavy Equipment Operator

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, with operations in Colorado, Carolinas, and Texas. As a top heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes across these regions, and we want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration. Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals, just like you, who are ready to put their best boot forward. Get ready to unearth your true potential and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil! We are seeking a highly dedicated and experienced Heavy Equipment Operator who will play a crucial role in operating heavy equipment with blade, bucket, and backhoe attachments for excavation, backfilling, and loading. Responsibilities Operates heavy equipment (backhoes, bulldozers, skid steer loaders, trenchers, etc.) used in building construction, landscape construction, and utility excavation/installation/maintenance projects. Observes and examines colored flags and ground markings indicating the location of underground utilities and structures. Excavates to dimensions as specified by construction drawings, sketches, grade markers, and/or verbal instructions. Performs backfilling and grading operations to specified grade. Loads flatbed truck, dump truck, or pickup truck with excavated soils or building materials such as stone, sand, aggregate, or asphalt. Drives crew truck and tow trailer to transport tools, crew, and equipment to the site. Performs preventative maintenance such as general equipment cleaning, checking fluid levels, lubrication, maintaining tire pressures, and changing implements or attachments. Performs other grounds maintenance tasks as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of heavy equipment used in excavation, backfilling, and loading operations, including their capacities and physical limitations. Proficiency in operating various equipment, such as wheel or crawler-type backhoes, large and small tractors, skid steer loaders, trenchers, grader blades, flatbed trucks, pickup trucks, hand and portable electric tools, with the ability to excavate and move materials precisely. Spatial awareness to understand your location in relation to the environment and the position of other objects. Capacity to work safely and efficiently in the role. OSHA 30 preferred, minimum OSHA 10 preferred. Education and Experience Education : High school diploma or GED. Experience : Five years in heavy equipment operation. Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions Work is performed most frequently outdoors in weather conditions that vary from freezing temperatures to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions. Work may be performed in confined spaces. Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. Lifting and carrying 10 up to 60 pounds frequently is required. Lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally. Reaching and lifting overhead is frequent. Standing, crawling, climbing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and reaching a majority of the time. Work may include manual labor up to and including hand digging. Some Saturday work is required. Sundays are rarely needed. Salary: Based on experience Job Type: Full-time nonexempt Benefits (available after waiting period) Paid Sick Leave (PSL) Six Paid Holidays Health Insurance 401K with a discretionary match $10,000 company-paid life insurance Voluntary dental, vision, life, and Colonial supplemental insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr