Equipment Operator | Primoris Energy Services | Russel Springs, Kentucky

12 Primoris Energy Services Corp; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance

401(k) with match

ESPP

Job summary

Primoris Energy Services seeks an experienced heavy equipment operator to safely and efficiently operate excavators, dozers, loaders, backhoes, and graders on construction sites in Russell Springs, Kentucky. You’ll perform inspections, load materials, prepare sites, and ensure adherence to project plans and safety protocols.

The role requires 2–5 years of equipment operation experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• NCCER or equivalent heavy equipment operator certification preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes and other construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders) on construction sites.
• Perform pre/post-shift inspections and report defects.
• Load/unload materials and prepare sites per plans.
• Follow safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and equipment.
• Collaborate with team to ensure project success.
• Complete daily production reports and documentation.
• Assist with manual labor as needed.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Spatial awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NCCER certification

Job description

Job Overview

Job Summary: Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently on construction sites for Primoris Energy Services projects in Russel Springs, Kentucky, ensuring adherence to project specifications and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of heavy equipment, including but not limited to excavators, dozers, loaders, backhoes, and graders, for construction and maintenance projects.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, reporting any defects or malfunctions to supervisors.
• Load and unload materials, grade and level earth, dig trenches, and prepare sites according to project plans and specifications.
• Adhere strictly to all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure equipment is properly maintained.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other personnel to ensure project success.
• Complete daily production reports and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Assist with manual labor and other tasks as needed to support construction operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Possess relevant heavy equipment operator certifications (e.g., NCCER) preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and other construction documents.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects, work in various weather conditions, and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Company Overview

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Power Your Potential

As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities.

When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.

Join us today!