Civil Craft Operator Journeyman - EWD

Mortenson; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental Healthcare

Craft Dependent Scholarship

Service Awards

Union benefits

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Operator Journeyman to operate heavy equipment per Mortenson safety policies and site plans. You will handle equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, crane, and rollers, delivering reliable performance on busy construction sites.

Responsibilities include following safety regulations, maintaining clean work areas, performing routine maintenance, reading task cards, and showing leadership to teammates while solving problems.

Qualifications

• Experience: minimum 1 year in related role.
• Equipment certifications as required.
• Valid driver's license with endorsements as required by law.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depress ing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and detail orientation.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, and roller.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping.
• Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards; provide leadership by displaying resourcefulness and problem‑solving.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Customer service

Detail oriented

Reading safety rules

Reading manuals

Tools

Driver's license with endorsements

Job description

Operator Journeyman

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Operator Journeyman that will be responsible for operating heavy equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, and roller
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping
• Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards; provide leadership by displaying resourcefulness, work habits, and problem‑solving skills
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Perform all other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Equipment certifications as required
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience
• Current driver’s license with proper classification including endorsements as required by law
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail‑oriented; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills
• Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs

A few benefits offered include:

• Mental Healthcare
• Craft Dependent Scholarship
• Service Awards
• The Union provides additional benefits to team members in this position through a collective bargaining agreement, including vacation, health, insurance, pension, and job training.

PLEASE MAKE NOTE:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let’s Redefine Possible

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

OTHER ITEMS TO NOTE

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.