Certified Heavy Equipment & Dump Truck Operator

Lagoon; Farmington (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lagoon is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy equipment on park construction and maintenance projects in Farmington, Utah. You will support multiple departments, including utilities installation, park buildings, attractions, and seasonal events, while adhering to the company’s safety policies and procedures.

Typical duties include operating backhoes, excavators, skid steers, trenchers and dump trucks; performing pre‑operation inspections; coordinating with ground

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Utah Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements for operating dump trucks, trailers, or other commercial equipment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a variety of heavy equipment including backhoes, excavators, skid steers, trenchers, and loaders.
• Excavate, grade, load, and move materials such as dirt, rock, gravel, and debris as needed for construction and maintenance projects.
• Assist with the installation and repair of underground utilities, such as water, sewer, storm drain, and electrical conduit.
• Perform basic pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance on equipment, such as checking fluid levels, tires/tracks, and hydraulic lines.
• Use hand signals, radio communication, or verbal direction to coordinate movements with ground personnel.
• Operate dump trucks and haul materials to and from job sites as required.
• Monitor job sites for safety hazards and follow all applicable safety procedures, including use of PPE and safe equipment operation protocols.
• Maintain accurate logs of hours operated and maintenance performed.
• Support general labor tasks such as grading, trenching, compaction, debris removal, and site cleanup.
• Assist other trades and construction personnel with material handling or project support as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Park maintenance and development.

Job description

Lagoon is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy equipment on park construction and maintenance projects in Farmington, Utah. You will support multiple departments, including utilities installation, park buildings, attractions, and seasonal events, while adhering to the company’s safety policies and procedures.

Typical duties include operating backhoes, excavators, skid steers, trenchers and dump trucks; performing pre‑operation inspections; coordinating with ground