EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1

Strong Excavation & Construction; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Strong Excavation & Construction in Layton, UT, is seeking an Equipment Operator 1 to safely operate heavy equipment on excavation and underground utility projects. The role requires 2+ years of experience and strong teamwork to support the crew and meet project specifications.

The position emphasizes staying compliant with safety policies and OSHA standards while performing grading, backfilling, and material handling under the guidance of pipe crews.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Ability to read grade stakes and plans.
• Commitment to safety and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform excavation, grading, and material handling to meet specs.
• Inspect equipment daily and report issues.
• Read grade stakes, plans, and signals to maintain elevations.
• Maintain job site safety and assist crew as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1

Layton, UT, US

23 days ago Requisition ID: 1094

Salary Range: $27.00 To $33.00 Hourly

Equipment Operator Job Description

Company Overview:

We’re a Utah-based excavation and civil construction company that builds projects from the ground up. Our work covers site development, earthwork, underground utilities, and concrete for commercial, municipal, and infrastructure jobs across the region.

What we do is the foundation everything else sits on. If we don’t get it right, nothing else will. That’s why we hold the line on quality, precision, and doing the job the right way every time.

We’re a crew of hardworking people who take pride in tough jobs. The work isn’t easy, and it’s not for everyone. We work side by side with project managers, contractors, and clients to keep jobs moving, stay safe, and deliver results that hold up.

Around here, reliability matters. Skill matters. Showing up and pulling your weight matters. Everyone on the team is expected to take ownership of their work and contribute to getting the job done right.

Job Summary:

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment, including dozers, front-end loaders, skid steers, backhoes, and scrapers, in support of excavation and underground utility construction projects. This position performs tasks such as mass excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and material handling while working closely with pipe crews and other field personnel.

The role requires the ability to interpret grade stakes, plans, and specifications to achieve required elevations and project tolerances. The Equipment Operator is also responsible for conducting routine equipment inspections, performing basic maintenance, and reporting mechanical issues. This position plays a key role in maintaining job site safety, productivity, and quality standards.

Essential Functions:

• Operate heavy equipment including dozers, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, and scrapers safely and efficiently
• Perform excavation, grading, backfilling, and material handling to meet project specs and production goals
• Read grade stakes, plans, and signals from grade checkers to maintain proper elevations and slopes
• Work closely with pipe crews and laborers to support installation of underground utilities
• Conduct daily equipment inspections (fluids, tracks/tires, leaks, safety items) and report issues right away
• Perform basic maintenance such as fueling, greasing, and cleaning equipment
• Maintain awareness of surroundings, including other workers, utilities, and underground hazards
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements at all times
• Load trucks, move materials, and keep the job site organized and accessible
• Adjust to changing job conditions, including soil types, weather, and site constraints
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and crew members using hand signals, radios, or direct contact
• Help out with general labor tasks when needed to keep the job moving Perform other tasks as needed to support crew productivity and project progress

Supervisory Responsibility:

This role will not supervisor other crew members.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in construction, excavation, or related field
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate equipment such as dozers, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, and/or scrapers
• Basic understanding of excavation, grading, and material handling practices
• Ability to read and follow grade stakes, site plans, and verbal direction from supervisors or grade checkers
• Knowledge of job site safety practices and hazard awareness
• Ability to perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a crew
• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50–75 pounds
• Stand, walk, and work on uneven terrain for the duration of the workday
• Repeated bending, kneeling, squatting, and climbing in and out of trenches and equipment areas
• Ability to use hands and arms for handling tools, materials, and equipment controls
• Work in outdoor conditions in all weather, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow
• Tolerate exposure to dust, mud, noise, and vibration from heavy equipment
• Maintain awareness and physical coordination while working around moving machinery and active job sites
• Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Work is performed primarily outdoors on active construction and excavation job sites
• Regular exposure to moving heavy equipment, machinery, and vehicle traffic
• Environment includes uneven ground, open excavations, trenches, and changing site conditions
• Frequent exposure to dust, dirt, mud, and loud noise levels
• Work takes place in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow
• Job sites may vary in location, requiring travel within the region
• Work is performed as part of a crew, requiring close coordination and communication with others
• Fast-paced environment with changing priorities based on project needs and site conditions
• Requires strict adherence to safety procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times