Equipment Operator

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; Kuna (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

PTO

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Company Contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth and Career Advancement

Job summary

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction seeks an Equipment Operator in Kuna, Idaho to operate multiple heavy equipment types such as backhoe, dozer, and excavator to prepare job sites and meet project specs. The role requires 3–7 years of experience, ability to do laborer tasks, and a strong safety mindset.

We offer competitive pay and benefits including PTO, holiday pay, and a company 401K with possible contributions. Applicants should be capable of working overtime and weekends as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-7 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Willing to do laborer work.
• Ability to work as a team member in a professional manner.
• Motivated self-starter with ability to multi-task.
• Commitment to safety and working under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple types of heavy equipment (backhoe, dozer, excavator, loader, motor grader, scrapers) to prepare job sites and meet project specs.
• Perform light maintenance and ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Work in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision and adapt to project changes.
• Support pipe crews and follow strict safety standards.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Team Player

Safety Conscious

Physical Fitness

Communication

Overtime Availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development along with an opportunity to grow your career and thrive under Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools you need to maximize your potential and growth.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth and Career Advancement

Equipment Operator will be responsible to operate multiple types of heavy equipment that could include bobcat, forklift, loader, trackhoe, backhoe dozer and other equipment (e.g. hydraulic shovel attachment, concave blade attachment) necessary on the job site to assist with moving of materials, digging holes and trenches, transports earth and gravel, and to push trees and rocks. Equipment Operators will also be expected to perform physically laborer work when necessary. Many of these jobs are not full time, the size of the project and organization of the work determining whether a worker spends all his time on one job or is transferred from task to task as the project progresses to completion. Some workers habitually work in one branch of the industry, whereas others transferred from task to task as the project progresses to completion or according to the availability of work or on a seasonal basis. Workers may be designated according to specific work performed.

Position Description

Operate multiple types of heavy equipment-backhoe, dozer, excavator, loader, motor grader, scrapers, and more to prepare job sites, grade terrain, and meet project specifications.

Key Highlights

• Skilled in using GPS and manual controls to achieve precise grading and excavation
• Handle attachments, hydraulics, and perform trenching, loading, and material movement efficiently
• Operate equipment for roadways, building pads, ponds, and demolition projects
• Maintain equipment care, perform light maintenance, and ensure safe, damage-free operation
• Work in fast-paced, high-production environments with minimal supervision
• Support pipe crew operations and follow strict safety standards

Position Requirements

• Have a minimum of 3-7 years of Heavy Equipment Operating Experience with multiple types of equipment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willing to do laborer work
• Ability to work as a Team Member and work in a professional manner and a positive attitude
• Motivated self-starter and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work safely under pressure with time constraints in a changing environment.
• Frequent gross body movements such as bending, climbing into equipment, lifting (up to 75lbs), twisting, standing, balancing, stooping, handling materials, moving around hazardous sites.
• Good Eye to Hand coordination a must. Depth perception required.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Flexible availability to include overtime and possible weekends.
• Valid Driver's license
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly, listen and understand information through spoken works and sentences to ensure full comprehension of job duties, safety regulations, and other situations that may require an immediate response

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.