Earthwork Heavy Equipment Operator – Travel Ready

GHD; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD's Construction group is seeking entry-level Equipment Operators to operate heavy equipment on earthwork and environmental projects nationwide, including a long-term project in western Ohio.

Travel is on a rotational basis with lodging and per diem covered. You will perform safe operation, routine maintenance, read engineered plans, and assist the superintendent to deliver high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years operating medium-sized or larger equipment.
• Qualified in basic operation of equipment (e.g. dozer, loader, excavator, roller/compactor, grader).
• Ability to read/use tape measures, transit/levels, etc.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium equipment at high caliber of quality.
• Safely operate equipment to achieve daily production goals.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks of all operated equipment and vehicles.
• Provide physical labor with hand tools and power tools when needed.
• Read, interpret, and construct according to engineered drawings/plans.
• Assist Superintendent and foreperson to ensure final product is high quality both structurally and aesthetically.
• Complete required quarterly and yearly Safety Reporting Forms (STEPs, UA/UC/SW).

Skills

Equipment operation

Reading plans

Safety compliance

Reading tape measures

Tools

Dozer

Loader

Excavator

Grader

Job description

GHD's Construction group is seeking entry-level Equipment Operators to operate heavy equipment on earthwork and environmental projects nationwide, including a long-term project in western Ohio.

Travel is on a rotational basis with lodging and per diem covered. You will perform safe operation, routine maintenance, read engineered plans, and assist the superintendent to deliver high-quality work.