Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator – Roadway & Grading

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; Beaver (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with company contribution up to 5

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth and Career Advancement

Job summary

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to prepare job sites, run multiple machines, and follow exact grade specifications.

The role requires operating backhoes, dozers, excavators, and other equipment with or without GPS, ensuring efficient, safe progress on complex infrastructure projects. Applicants must have at least 5 years of heavy equipment experience, be able to perform laborer tasks, and hold a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Heavy Equipment Operating Experience with multiple types of equipment.
• Willing to do laborer work.
• Ability to work safely under pressure with time constraints.
• Frequent gross body movements including lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate three or more types of heavy equipment with or without GPS to prepare job sites per grade requirements.
• Attach and detach implements securely and adjust hoses/belts for power.
• Move materials and equipment to support grading, trenching, and site preparation tasks.
• Operate equipment to cut and grade terrain following grade stakes or signals.
• Maintain safe and efficient production flow and report usage hours daily.
• Perform routine housekeeping and light maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS machinery

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Backhoe

Trackhoe

Scrapers

Dozer

Excavator

Loader

Rock trucks

Crushers

Motor graders

Job description

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to prepare job sites, run multiple machines, and follow exact grade specifications.

The role requires operating backhoes, dozers, excavators, and other equipment with or without GPS, ensuring efficient, safe progress on complex infrastructure projects. Applicants must have at least 5 years of heavy equipment experience, be able to perform laborer tasks, and hold a valid driver’s license.