CDL Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator

Nicon Excavating; Keenesburg (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Referral program

Bonus pay

Job summary

Nicon Excavating in Colorado is a small, growing excavating, grading and utility contractor with a true family atmosphere. We offer challenging but rewarding work and substantial opportunities to advance.

Join our tight-knit team on the ground floor of our growth; we value hands-on experience, safety, and commitment. This full-time role offers long shifts, compensation, and potential travel.

Qualifications

• CDL driving experience: 2–5 years (Class A preferred)
• Heavy equipment operation: 1–2 years (preferred)
• Willing to travel occasionally
• Must be able to relocate to Colorado
• Endorsement: Tanker (CDL) preferred
• Day shifts 8–12 hours, overtime possible

Responsibilities

• Operate tandem dump and water trucks safely
• Deliver equipment to site with tag trailer
• Operate excavators, backhoes, skid steers
• Follow project leadership schedules
• Prioritize safety for self and team
• Monitor and maintain equipment
• Be prepared for long hours and weekend work
• Occasional travel opportunities

Skills

CDL Class A/B

Tandem dump trucks

Water trucks

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

Nicon Excavating is a small but growing excavating, grading and utility contractor. We have a true family atmosphere and don't act like a large corporation. Our work can be challenging but rewarding. Join our team on the ground floor of our growth with huge potential to advance your career.

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Safety
• Family Values
• Dedication
• Responsibility

We are seeking high-quality, detail-oriented individuals with enthusiasm for equipment operation and maintenance. This is an opportunity to join a close-knit team that values hands-on experience and a focus on excellence. The business supports strong family values and does not act like a big corporation. Our employees are our greatest assets, and we treat them as such. We're a small company but there's a huge opportunity to advance your career as we grow.

Responsibilities:

• Ablility to drive Tandem Dump trucks and Water Trucks
• Deliver equipment to site with tag trailer
• Operate equipment such as excavators, backhoes, skid steers, etc..
• Execute plans and schedules implemented by project leadership.
• Make safety a priority for yourself and your team
• Monitor and maintain equipment
• Have the ability to think ahead and address situations before they happen
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment or processes.
• Become a key member of the team by mastering machine operation and safety in a very short time.
• Be willing to work long hours, poor weather conditions and sometimes over the weekend.
• Additional opportunities for employees that are willing to travel.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 -12 hour shifts

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Colorado: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work

Experience:

• CDL Drivings Experiance: 2 - 5 years (Class A Preferred)
• Heavy equipment operation: 1- 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL CL A or B with Tanker Endoresement

Willingness to travel:

• Some travel possible but not required