Equipment Operator — Heavy Construction, On‑Site

VetJobs; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking an Equipment Operator in Taylor, Texas to operate and maintain heavy machinery on site. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely execution of earthwork and trenching tasks in accordance with OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities include equipment inspections, documentations, and performing maintenance such as lubrication and fueling. On-site work requires operating multiple machine types and adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with a wide variety of construction machinery.
• Must follow safety and health programs and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work on equipment such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Promote a safe work environment and communicate jobsite hazards.
• Operate construction machinery including cranes, dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders and trucks.
• Work in pipeline production performing trenching/excavating procedures per OSHA guidelines.
• Perform backfill procedures and other earthwork.
• Inspect and document heavy equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Punctuality

Dependability

Attention to detail

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hensel Phelps is seeking an Equipment Operator in Taylor, Texas to operate and maintain heavy machinery on site. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely execution of earthwork and trenching tasks in accordance with OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities include equipment inspections, documentations, and performing maintenance such as lubrication and fueling. On-site work requires operating multiple machine types and adhering to safety protocols.