Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

Air Comfort, Inc

Moab (UT)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

401(k)

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator with over 4 years of experience in heavy civil construction. Responsibilities include operating various heavy machinery, setting grades, and managing dewatering operations on-site. The position is located in Moab, Utah, with benefits including health insurance, a health savings account, and paid time off. Additionally, lodging and a per diem for food are provided for employees living over an hour away.

Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
Proficient in reading construction plans and setting grades/elevations.
Experience with underground piping and dewatering systems.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Set grades and interpret construction plans.
Assist with dewatering operations on-site.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Setting grades

Reading construction plans

Underground piping

Dewatering operations

Tools

Track hoe

Loader

Skid steer

Rock truck

Job description

Here at Gerber Construction our growth and accomplishments are a direct result of our hard‑working people. We put our boots on the ground every day and we get the job done. The word “can’t” doesn’t exist in our world. Challenges are just opportunities to prove ourselves. We are internally motivated and deeply committed to never quitting. This is the foundation of our future!

We are looking to expand our team by adding a skilled and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator with a minimum of 4 years of experience in heavy civil construction or related fields. The position is in the city of Hanksville and surrounding areas. Due to the location, Gerber will be providing lodging and a per diem for food for those who live over an hour away. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with setting grades, reading site plans and elevations, working with underground piping, and operating various heavy machinery. Experience in dewatering operations is required.

Projects may consist of working with the following type of structures spillways, dams, box culverts, bridges, suspended slabs, slabs on grade, stairs, water tanks, parking structures, caissons, channels, drainage, roadway, sidewalks, etc. Projects vary within the construction trade that can consist of dirt work, concrete, structural steel, utility piping, mechanical piping and equipment, concrete restoration, as well as others.

Position Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment including track hoe, loader, skid steer,and rock truck in a safe and efficient manner.
Accurately set grades and interpret construction plans and elevations.
Perform tasks related to underground utility installation and piping systems.
Assist with dewatering operations, ensuring water is properly managed on‑site.
Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and regulations on job sites.
Travel to and from work independently.
Be available to travel and work out of town as needed.

Required Qualifications