Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

orionhiddencareers

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Pre-Tax Health Spending Accounts
Dependent Care FSA
Career Growth & Development

Job summary

Orion is seeking a skilled equipment operator to run earth-moving machines to prepare job sites. You will operate bulldozers, trenchers, and loaders to move sand, gravel, and dirt, ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires at least three years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work 8–12 hour shifts with weekends as needed. You must follow safety policies and maintain equipment and records.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of three years of experience operating earth-moving equipment is required.
  • An understanding of construction principles and procedures is a must.
  • A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Fastens attachments (graders, buckets, and rollers) to tractors with hitch-pins.
  • Operates earth-moving equipment.
  • Performs inspections of the equipment prior to and at the end of daily operations.
  • Greases all appropriate parts as recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Maintains the equipment as per manufacturer guidelines.
  • Checks to make sure that equipment functions properly.
  • Cleans, maintains, and makes basic repairs to equipment.
  • Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisors promptly.
  • Maintains equipment and tools to ensure long-lasting use.

Skills

Earth-moving equipment operation
Construction principles knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Orion is seeking a skilled equipment operator to run earth-moving machines to prepare job sites. You will operate bulldozers, trenchers, and loaders to move sand, gravel, and dirt, ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires at least three years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work 8–12 hour shifts with weekends as needed. You must follow safety policies and maintain equipment and records.

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