Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator - Construction

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors (CMAC) is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Northern Virginia to safely operate and position heavy machinery, prepare job sites, and perform routine inspections. The role requires practical experience and a commitment to safety on active construction sites.

Responsibilities include daily equipment pre-inspections, operations at designated locations, and clear communication with supervisors and team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of heavy equipment operating in a construction environment, including 1–3 years of excavation experience.
• CDL preferred; trainings: HAZWOPER, OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Operates all equipment safely to mitigate risk of injury.
• Drives and controls equipment to complete tasks at the site.
• Pre-inspects equipment daily and maintains maintenance checks.
• Loads and unloads equipment from transport vehicles.
• Reports maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Communicates clearly by phone, radio, and hand signals.

Skills

Safety awareness

Load charts interpretation

Pre-inspection procedures

Communication signals

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred

40-hour HAZWOPER training

OSHA 30-hour training

First Aid/CPR certification

Tools

CDL

HAZWOPER

OSHA 30

First Aid/CPR

Job description

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors (CMAC) is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Northern Virginia to safely operate and position heavy machinery, prepare job sites, and perform routine inspections. The role requires practical experience and a commitment to safety on active construction sites.

Responsibilities include daily equipment pre-inspections, operations at designated locations, and clear communication with supervisors and team members.