Heavy Equipment Operator in Manchester

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Manchester is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator with a minimum of 5 years of experience. You will operate heavy machinery and support daily site activities while ensuring safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will hold necessary licenses and certificates, and possess strong teamwork skills. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Group health & welfare benefits

401(k) Plan with company matching contributions

Flexible Time Off Program

Paid Sick and Safe Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment on municipal, commercial, industrial, or federal projects.
• Prepared to regularly encounter moving mechanical parts and various construction equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and operate equipment and attachments.
• Attend daily activity plans and safety meetings.
• Perform daily equipment upkeep tasks and maintenance.

Skills

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Knowledge of rigging and rigging methods

Team player

Ability to follow directions

Education

OHSA 10 certificate

MA Hoisting license

Valid driver’s license

2A or more Mass Hydraulics License

Tools

Heavy equipment (loaders, backhoes, etc.)

Job description

Methuen Construction

Methuen Construction is a leading self-performing industrial and heavy civil general contractor with over 65 years of experience. We specialize in the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities, industrial facilities, and other critical infrastructure projects. Serving private, municipal, state, and federal clients across the Northeast, we deliver innovative, well-planned projects that are completed on time and with an uncompromising focus on safety. At Methuen, we foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and a can‑do attitude that values every teammate and stakeholder.

Heavy Equipment Operator

This position reports to the Manager Title and is not responsible for the oversight of other teammates. This is an hourly, nonexempt position.

Your Role

• Inspect and operate equipment and all attachments
• Attend and participate in daily activity plans and safety meetings
• Knowledge of rigging and rigging methods
• Operate equipment in a safe and professional manner
• Perform daily equipment upkeep tasks and maintenance
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Perform occasional typical laborer activities
• Ability to set and follow grades
• Provide other support as needed

Core Competencies

• Proven ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong team player with a positive attitude
• Hard working and motivated

Supervisory Responsibility

This position is not responsible for the oversight of any other teammates.

Position Type

This is an hourly, nonexempt position.

Travel

Primarily limited to Northeast job site locations.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoes, excavators, dozers, lulls, and forklifts, for civil and site work, and material handling functions on a municipal, commercial, industrial, or federal project.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an MVR that meets company standards
• Must possess required licenses preferable 2A or more Mass Hydraulics License
• Must have an OHSA 10 certificate
• MA Hoisting license required

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, and safely maneuver around the nearby presence of various construction equipment and vehicles, on an active construction site
• Prepared to regularly encounter moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and a variety of outside weather conditions
• Able to climb temporary or permanent stairs, and ladders
• Able to bend, squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, balance and stoop, reach on a regular basis
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term (STD), Long Term (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Pay range

Pay range: $41 - $61/hr.

Pre‑employment screening

All positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Methuen Construction is widely recognized as one of the most successful, self-performing general contractors in the industry. Built on over 65 years of experience, Methuen Construction employs the highest skilled trades professionals and managers. As we expand our construction territory, diversify our client base, and enhance our operational capabilities, our need for highly skilled teammates is growing! We offer top‑tier compensation and benefits, in addition to a team oriented, motivated, and respectful company culture.