Construction Equipment Operator for Civil Projects

M. A. Mortenson Company; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Operator to operate construction equipment in accordance with safety policies and procedures. The role requires adherence to health and safety rules while supporting project goals.

You will perform operator duties on a variety of machinery, execute maintenance checks, and follow detailed work plans. The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and reliable performance on site, with potential for growth within Mortenson’s safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of related experience.
• Current driver’s license with required 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 maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses.
• Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills.
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements; lifting up to 50 lbs. with assistance for heavier loads.

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 clear and 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

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Reading manuals

Independent work

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an Operator to operate construction equipment in accordance with safety policies and procedures. The role requires adherence to health and safety rules while supporting project goals.

You will perform operator duties on a variety of machinery, execute maintenance checks, and follow detailed work plans. The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and reliable performance on site, with potential for growth within Mortenson’s safety-first culture.