Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator at Gerber Construction Utah

Comunidade Metodista; Utah; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

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

Lodging provided for remote locations

Per diem for meals

Job summary

Gerber Construction is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator for projects in the Hanksville area. The role includes lodging and a per diem for meals for those located over an hour away, with opportunities to work on diverse site structures and dewatering operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of heavy equipment experience, strong plan-reading skills, and is willing to travel and stay out of town when required. Safety and reliability are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Proficient in reading construction plans and elevations.
• Experience with underground piping and dewatering systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel and stay out of town when necessary.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including track hoe, loader, 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.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Reading construction plans

Dewatering systems

Travel readiness

Safety oriented

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, 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

• 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.


• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.


• Willingness to travel and stay out of town when necessary.


• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA and/ or other safety Certifications.


• Flexibility to do Manual Labor as well

Benefits

• 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

Due to the location, Gerber will be offering a Per Diem for Food, travel time, and will provide lodging for Employees.