Equipment Operator

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Town of Texas, Midland (WI, TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned consulting firm that specializes in environmental and construction services. This role offers the opportunity to operate various types of mobile equipment while ensuring safety and quality standards across projects. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions and encourages professional growth. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, the company provides a comprehensive benefits package, making it an ideal place to advance your career while making a positive impact in the field. If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow with a forward-thinking organization, apply today!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Bonus programs

Qualifications

• 1+ years of laborer experience with mobile equipment operation.
• Ability to obtain certifications for specific equipment operation.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare daily field reports and maintain equipment integrity.
• Communicate project status and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Operating mobile equipment

Time management

Organizational skills

Basic computer knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excavators

Dozers

Skid steers

Backhoes

Compactors

Job description

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

Terracon's Construction Services include environmental remediation, fuel service station closure, renewable energy construction (testing, installation, and maintenance). These services are executed by Terracon-employed equipment operators and support staff. Equipment Operators perform site reconnaissance to ensure utility clearance requirements are met. Work may involve operating excavators, backhoes, dozers, skid steers, graders, loaders, scrapers, compactors, earth-hauling equipment, and other mobile equipment. Competency will be demonstrated in each specific piece of equipment operated. Services are conducted in the field on Terracon or client project sites.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate competency in operating at least one type of mobile equipment such as excavators, dozers, motor graders, skid steers, backhoes, wheel loaders, compactors, or water trucks.
• Prepare daily field reports for current projects.
• Maintain equipment operational integrity by performing pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections, completing daily equipment reports, and addressing repairs promptly. Exercise stop work authority if equipment is unsafe.
• Communicate regularly with project/site management about work status.
• Verify underground utility locations with utility companies and conduct necessary inspections.
• Participate in project meetings, including those with clients and subcontractors.
• Identify hazards in the work environment and take corrective measures to eliminate them.
• Follow safety rules, participate in pre-task planning, and report safety issues.
• Maintain quality standards across all projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of laborer experience.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• OSHA trenching and excavation training or ability to obtain it after hire.
• Knowledge of soil composition testing, trench safety, excavation safety, damage prevention, pipeline support during excavation, and backfill testing.
• Completion of Terracon Mobile Equipment Operator Competency training after hire.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to obtain certifications in specific equipment operation (e.g., excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader, backhoe).

Preferred Certifications:

• For remediation construction projects: 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, TWIC, and DOT medical card are preferred.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with over 6,000 employees across more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, we have specialized in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Our growth is driven by talented employee-owners exceeding client expectations and pursuing new opportunities.

Our vision, "Together, we are best at people," is reflected in our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.