Finish-Grade Heavy Equipment Operator (GPS/Grading)

Western Engineering Contractors, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 63,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401K matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Western Engineering Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Grading Division in the greater Sacramento area. The role focuses on finish grading and operating motor graders, excavators, and related equipment to prepare sites.

Requirements include 5+ years of experience; high school diploma preferred; an Apprenticeship Program completed is a plus. We offer a stable, full‑time position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• 5+ years of Heavy Equipment Operator experience.
• Bonus: Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program completed.

Responsibilities

• Operate power construction equipment (motor graders, excavators, asphalt pavers, backhoes, tractors, scrapers) to excavate, move, grade, and pave as required.
• Finish grade with motor-graders and skip-loaders.
• Ensure safe operation and adherence to site procedures.

Skills

Machinery knowledge

GPS control systems

Read site plans

OSHA regulations

Close tolerance work

Plan/stake reading

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Trimble

Topcon

Job description

Western Engineering Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Grading Division in the greater Sacramento area. The role focuses on finish grading and operating motor graders, excavators, and related equipment to prepare sites.

Requirements include 5+ years of experience; high school diploma preferred; an Apprenticeship Program completed is a plus. We offer a stable, full‑time position with competitive pay and benefits.