Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Brownsville, TX

Pay: $22 - $35 per hour

About the Role

We’re seeking a dependable, safety‑focused Heavy Equipment Operator to support civil construction projects by operating a variety of equipment, maintaining machinery, and following all site safety standards. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in efficient, precise equipment operation and thrives in a physically demanding outdoor environment.

What You’ll Do

• Safely and effectively operate various types and sizes of heavy civil construction equipment, including dozers, tractors, scrapers, loaders, and excavators.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and on‑site management instructions.
• Operate equipment efficiently to support project timelines and production goals.
• Perform routine equipment monitoring, inspections, and maintenance.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and functionality as needed.
• Support additional site tasks as directed to ensure smooth project operations.

What You Bring

• Minimum two years of construction experience.
• Strong understanding of safe equipment operation and jobsite safety practices.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb, and crawl.
• Ability to correctly rig and hoist materials.
• Comfortable working at heights and maintaining balance.
• Able to enter equipment cabs positioned 3.5 feet or more off the ground.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, handle materials, and work outdoors in extreme weather (cold, wet, heat).
• Willingness to work long, irregular hours (50–70 hours per week).
• Reliable, punctual attendance in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and applicable standards.
• Ability to safely perform all essential job functions while meeting productivity expectations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum two years of construction experience.
• Strong understanding of safe equipment operation and jobsite safety practices.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety.