Dozer Operator Springdale, AR, Springdale, AR Heavy Equipment Operator

ESS Companies; Springdale, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is seeking an experienced Dozer Operator to join our construction team in Arkansas. The role focuses on safely operating heavy equipment to move earth and materials while adhering to project timelines and budgets.

The Operator I will collaborate with crew members and subcontractors to ensure project quality, schedule adherence, and efficient resource use. Prior government contract exposure is a plus, with emphasis on compliance and safety at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment preferred.
• 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in a construction setting.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; experience with government contracts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, and loaders, to move materials.
• Ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed.
• Communicate with crew members and subcontractors to meet schedules and budgets.
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew and subcontractors to ensure awareness of schedules.
• Ensure equipment safety and proper maintenance.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading plans

Communication

Analytical skills

Government contracts

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training in heavy equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Dozer Operator to work on our construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget. As a key member of our team, the Operator I will work closely with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that projects are completed to the highest level of quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, and loaders, to move materials, earth, and other heavy objects
• Ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality
• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed
• Communicate regularly with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget
• Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlines
• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained and that safety procedures are followed at all times
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred
• 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, with experience in a construction setting preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We're a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)