Heavy Equipment Operator

Build a Career Operating Equipment on Complex Environmental Projects

Winter Environmental is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to support environmental remediation, demolition, industrial, and specialty contracting projects throughout the Southeast and Eastern United States.

This is a hands-on field position for an experienced equipment operator who takes pride in safely operating heavy equipment, maintaining productivity, and delivering quality work on technically challenging projects. We're looking for operators who value safety, teamwork, and professionalism while working in industrial, commercial, and government environments.

Travel is required. Company-paid travel expenses and per diem are provided when applicable.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate heavy equipment including excavators, skid steers, loaders, bulldozers, mini excavators, and other construction equipment.
• Perform contaminated soil excavation, demolition, grading, backfilling, material handling, and site preparation.
• Assist with environmental remediation, selective demolition, industrial demolition, and site restoration activities.
• Read and follow project plans, utility markings, grade stakes, and supervisor direction.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance.
• Identify equipment issues and communicate maintenance needs promptly.
• Work closely with superintendents, foremen, laborers, and project managers to maintain production schedules.
• Load trucks, manage stockpiles, and maintain organized work areas.
• Follow OSHA, EPA, and site-specific safety requirements at all times.
• Perform additional labor duties as needed to support project operations.

Types of Projects

Our work includes:

• Environmental remediation
• Contaminated soil excavation
• Industrial demolition
• Selective interior demolition
• Industrial cleaning and decommissioning
• Asbestos, lead, and mold abatement support
• Brownfield redevelopment
• Specialty environmental services

Projects may include:

• Industrial facilities
• Manufacturing plants
• Commercial buildings
• Healthcare facilities
• Higher education campuses
• Government and military installations
• Utility and infrastructure projects

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of experience operating heavy equipment in construction, demolition, environmental remediation, or heavy civil projects.
• Experience operating excavators, skid steers, loaders, and bulldozers.
• Ability to perform grading, excavation, loading, backfilling, and material handling operations safely and efficiently.
• Strong understanding of job site safety and equipment operation.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Southeast and Eastern United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating equipment on environmental remediation or demolition projects.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER.
• Experience working around underground utilities and environmental controls.

Why Winter Environmental?

Winter Environmental, a division of The Winter Construction Company and part of DiGeronimo Companies, has provided environmental and specialty contracting services since 1987.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we perform work throughout the Southeast and Eastern United States specializing in:

• Environmental remediation
• Asbestos, lead, and mold abatement
• Selective interior demolition
• Industrial demolition
• Industrial cleaning and decommissioning
• Specialty environmental services

Our clients include industrial manufacturers, healthcare systems, higher education institutions, commercial owners, utilities, and federal agencies.

As part of DiGeronimo Companies, Winter Environmental combines the stability and resources of a nationally recognized construction organization with the responsiveness of a specialized environmental contractor.

Industry Recognition

We're proud to be recognized as:

• ENR Top 20 Asbestos Abatement Firm
• ENR Top 20 Hazardous Waste Contractor
• ENR Top 400 Contractor
• ENR Top 600 Specialty Contractor

Safety, quality, and execution are the foundation of everything we do.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Operate modern equipment on challenging environmental and demolition projects.
• Join a company with an award-winning safety culture.
• Work alongside experienced operators and field leaders.
• Company-paid travel expenses and per diem when applicable.
• Ongoing investment in training, certifications, and equipment.
• Long-term career advancement opportunities.
• Backed by the strength and stability of DiGeronimo Companies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Company-paid travel expenses and per diem when applicable
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid training and certification support
• Opportunities for career advancement

Recruiter Notice

Winter Environmental does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies in response to our careers page, social media posts, or job advertisements. Winter Environmental will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Winter Environmental or its employees become the property of Winter Environmental.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Winter Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.