Construction Operator

NextGenEnergyJobs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RES is seeking an Operator I to start days with a safety check and tailgate meeting. You may operate a skid steer, dozer, or off-road truck, and assist with planting, erosion control, or grading under field plans and supervisor guidance.

You will join a restoration crew focused on streambank stabilization and wetland work, contributing to a safe, productive outdoor site. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in construction or field crews, plus experience with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years of construction, landscaping, or field crew experience.
• Experience operating skid steers, off-road trucks, dozers, or excavators and with equipment maintenance.
• Familiarity with power, farm, and landscape tools.
• Basic understanding of grading and site drainage principles.
• Able to read or learn to read project plans, elevations, and field specs.
• Ability to communicate clearly with field crews and supervisors.
• Safety-first mindset with a record of incident reporting and equipment care.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as skid steer, dozer, or off-road truck following field plans and supervisor instructions.
• Assist with planting, erosion control, or grading and participate in restoration tasks like streambank stabilization and wetland construction.
• Report any equipment issues and maintain a safe working environment.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Skid steer operation

Dozer operation

Off-road truck operation

Equipment maintenance

Power, farm, and landscape tools

Job description

Please note that the “Day in the Life” section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties, but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.

Responsibilities

• As an Operator I, your day will start with a morning tailgate meeting and safety check. You may then be assigned to operate a skid steer, dozer, or off-road truck , or assist with planting, erosion control, or grading. You’ll be expected to follow field plans and supervisor instructions , report any equipment issues, and maintain a safe working environment.
• You’ll assist in setting grades , maintaining equipment , and working alongside other operators and laborers. As part of a restoration crew, you’ll contribute to streambank stabilization , wetland construction , stormwater infrastructure , and more.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Capable of walking over uneven surfaces, climbing on construction equipment, and navigating hills.
• Comfortable working outdoors and performing tasks at ground level.
• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of construction, landscaping, or field crew experience
• Experience operating skid steers, off-road trucks, dozers, or excavators and with equipment maintenance
• Familiarity with power, farm, and landscape tools
• Basic understanding of grading and site drainage principles
• Able to read or learn to read project plans, elevations, and field specs
• Ability to communicate clearly with field crews and supervisors
• Safety-first mindset with a record of incident reporting and equipment care