Earthmoving Heavy Equipment Operator | Grading & Dirt Work

Austinindl; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial in Texas City, TX seeks a Dirt Operator to operate electric, diesel, gasoline, or steam powered construction equipment to excavate, move, or grade earth. You will work on heavy machinery such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, and loaders in industrial sites.

The role requires 3–5 years of equipment operating experience, no formal education minimum, and the ability to work safely in a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of operating heavy construction equipment.
• Experience with multiple machine types including graders, bulldozers, scrapers, and loaders.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and align with site rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate power construction equipment to excavate, move, or grade earth and to move materials.
• Inspect equipment for defects and report malfunctions.
• Start machines, adjust controls, and monitor performance during shifts.
• Coordinate with truck drivers to load dirt, rocks, and other materials.
• Maintain, clean, and service equipment as required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

Austin Industrial in Texas City, TX seeks a Dirt Operator to operate electric, diesel, gasoline, or steam powered construction equipment to excavate, move, or grade earth. You will work on heavy machinery such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, and loaders in industrial sites.

The role requires 3–5 years of equipment operating experience, no formal education minimum, and the ability to work safely in a team.