Civil Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

M. A. Mortenson Company; Colorado; On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an Operator who will be responsible for operating equipment as directed while adhering to Mortenson safety policies and procedures. The role requires operating a range of construction equipment, following safety rules, and maintaining equipment and worksite organization.

The position emphasizes teamwork, independent work capability, and attention to detail, with responsibilities including performing maintenance, following pre-task plans, and supporting project

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of related experience.
• Equipment certifications as required.
• Current driver’s license with endorsements as required by law.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts.
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication; open to feedback.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Position may change without notice.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, roller, backhoe, and track crane.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clean, orderly housekeeping.
• Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Maintenance knowledge

Reading manuals

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking an Operator who will be responsible for operating equipment as directed while adhering to Mortenson safety policies and procedures. The role requires operating a range of construction equipment, following safety rules, and maintaining equipment and worksite organization.

The position emphasizes teamwork, independent work capability, and attention to detail, with responsibilities including performing maintenance, following pre-task plans, and supporting project