Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator — Grading & Safety

Upchurch Industrial LLC; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Certification assistance

Job summary

Upchurch Industrial LLC, a rapidly growing building engineering contractor serving the southeastern United States, seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to move earth and support site prep. You will operate excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and backhoes with a strong commitment to OSHA safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, daily inspections, maintenance tasks, and adherence to safety rules while coordinating with the crew.

Qualifications

• > Minimum 2–5 years of heavy equipment experience on commercial/industrial sites.
• > CDL Class A or B preferred; NCCER or similar certifications strengthen candidacy.
• > Able to read grade stakes, site plans, blueprints; familiarity with GPS systems.
• > Physically able to work in varying weather; lift up to 50 lbs; climb on/off equipment.

Responsibilities

• Equipment operation of excavators, bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, and trenchers.
• Daily pre- and post-operation inspections; report defects promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in cab; coordinate actions with crew and grade checkers.
• Follow OSHA and site safety rules; participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GPS operation

Team communication

Safety compliance

Education

CDL Class A/B

NCCER certification

Tools

Topcon GPS

Trimble GPS

Job description

Upchurch Industrial LLC, a rapidly growing building engineering contractor serving the southeastern United States, seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to move earth and support site prep. You will operate excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and backhoes with a strong commitment to OSHA safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, daily inspections, maintenance tasks, and adherence to safety rules while coordinating with the crew.