Construction Equipment Operator at Suncore Cedar City, UT

Suncore; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

HSA contribution

9 paid holidays

15 days PTO per year

401(k) with 6% company match

Profit sharing

Access to mental health services

Paid pregnancy and parental leave

Weekly pay

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

Suncore Construction & Materials is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate equipment such as trackhoes, backhoes, graders, loaders, skid steers, crushing equipment, and dozers. You will read plans, lay out work areas, and support the team in a fast-paced job site environment.

Responsibilities include trenching, loading trucks, grading floors, and performing routine maintenance with hand tools.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a loader, dozer, or trackhoe.
• Ability to read plans and grade stakes.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Strong attention to safety.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment, including trackhoes, backhoes, graders, loaders, skid steers, crushing equipment, and dozers
• Excavate trenches, load trucks, and grade pads and floors
• Read and understand plans, instructions, and specifications
• Measure, mark, and record openings and distances to lay out work areas
• Teach and direct laborers as needed
• Grease, oil, and perform minor equipment repairs using hand tools and other basic equipment
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

Skills

Loader

Dozer

Trackhoe

Plans reading

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description Job Description Overview Heavy Equipment Operator Join the Suncore Construction & Materials team! Suncore has been in the construction industry for more than 80 years, and we’re committed to providing opportunities for our employees to learn, grow, and advance. We’re looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator who takes pride in safe, efficient work and is ready to be part of a strong team.

What You’ll Do

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment, including trackhoes, backhoes, graders, loaders, skid steers, crushing equipment, and dozers
• Excavate trenches, load trucks, and grade pads and floors
• Read and understand plans, instructions, and specifications
• Measure, mark, and record openings and distances to lay out work areas
• Teach and direct laborers as needed
• Grease, oil, and perform minor equipment repairs using hand tools and other basic equipment
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

What You’ll Need

• Must be 18 years or older
• At least 1 year of experience operating a loader, dozer, or trackhoe
• Ability to read plans and grade stakes
• Ability to bend, sit for extended periods, and work in outdoor conditions, including heat
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance
• Strong attention to safety
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous HSA contribution
• 9 paid holidays
• 15 days of PTO per year
• 401(k) with 6% company match and profit sharing
• Access to mental health services
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Weekly pay
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Current employees must notify their supervisor of their application.

Suncore Construction & Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.