CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Excavation & Utility

Allied Water Services Inc.; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Allied Water Services Inc. seeks an experienced Equipment Operator with a valid Class A CDL to join our field crew.

This role involves operating heavy equipment, transporting gear to job sites, and supporting sewer, septic, excavation, and underground utility projects. The ideal candidate has hands-on equipment experience, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision on active projects.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• 3-5 years hands-on experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Previous commercial driving experience.
• Ability to safely operate around underground utilities and active sites.
• Physically able to work outdoors in varying weather and conditions.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including excavators, skid steers, and other machinery.
• Safely drive CDL-A vehicles to transport equipment, materials, and supplies to job sites.
• Load, unload, secure, and transport equipment per safety regs.
• Assist with excavation, trenching, grading, and site preparation.
• Support sewer and septic system installations, repairs, and replacements.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and address maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain equipment in clean, safe working condition and follow plans and site instructions.
• Coordinate with crew members to complete projects efficiently and safely.

Skills

CDL-A

Heavy equipment operation

Safety conscious

Team player

Job description

Allied Water Services Inc. seeks an experienced Equipment Operator with a valid Class A CDL to join our field crew.

This role involves operating heavy equipment, transporting gear to job sites, and supporting sewer, septic, excavation, and underground utility projects. The ideal candidate has hands-on equipment experience, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision on active projects.