Equipment Operator - Newport News, VA

ZipRecruiter; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for projects in Newport News, VA. The role involves operating heavy machinery, maintaining equipment, and assisting with daily tasks. Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy civil yard pipe.
• Experience operating multiple types of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators and bulldozers safely.
• Maintain proper care and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist the Superintendent with daily production schedules.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Ability to grade slopes

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Salary:

Excavator/Heavy Equipment Operator

Why Ulliman Schutte?

Ulliman Schutte is a leader in the construction and renovation of water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and associated utility work.

We are seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators with experience in heavy civil yard pipe for our construction projects in Newport News, VA. Industry-leading benefits include competitive wages, health and dental insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for all employees.

Daily Responsibilities of a Heavy Equipment Operator

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, off-road trucks, or wheel loaders safely and efficiently.
• Maintain proper care and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist the Superintendent with daily production schedules, activities, and other duties as assigned.
• Work a standard 40-hour week with opportunities for overtime.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Experience with heavy civil yard pipe.
• Reliable transportation.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Experience operating multiple types of equipment.
• Ability to grade slopes, perform bench cuts, shoot grade, etc.
• Authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

All candidates must pass a post-offer drug screening and physical.

Construction Site Location

Newport News, VA

Life with Us

Ulliman Schutte values its people and cultivates a business environment that prioritizes building lasting relationships, providing a rewarding work atmosphere, delivering quality work and services, acting with urgency, managing risks, and ensuring safety.

We are committed to a safe and comfortable environment for our employees, subcontractors, clients, and others. Our proactive safety culture has resulted in an outstanding safety record, with incident rates significantly lower than industry averages.

Ulliman Schutte Construction, LLC is dedicated to building teams of honest, dedicated professionals who are passionate about building a better environment for all stakeholders. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes.

Ulliman Schutte maintains a drug-free workplace. All offers are contingent upon successful drug screening and E-Verify checks.