Front End Loader Operator

VENUS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Venus Construction is seeking a Loader Operator to safely operate wheel loaders on underground utility projects. You will load materials, assist pipe crews, and manage spoil piles while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

The role requires reading grade stakes, coordinating with foremen, and working around open trenches in varying weather. Join a team dedicated to safe, efficient project completion.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a wheel loader in underground utility or heavy civil construction.
• Understanding trenching operations, backfill requirements and material handling practices.
• Ability to work safely around open excavations and active utilities.
• Ability to read grade stakes and follow directions from Foreman or Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders to load and move materials such as fill, sand, gravel and spoils.
• Support pipe crews by maintaining backfill material supply and staging along trench lines.
• Inspect and perform basic maintenance on equipment daily.
• Identify and avoid underground utilities and other hazards on site.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and communicate with crew members.

Skills

Wheel Loader Operation

Materials Handling

Site Safety Awareness

Reading Grade Stakes

Communication

Underground Utility Awareness

Job description

Summary/Objective:The Loader Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment to support underground utility construction projects. This role focuses on material handling, trench support, and maintaining efficient job site operations while adhering to project specifications and safety standards.Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.Operate wheel loaders to load and move materials such as select fill, sand, gravel, and excavated spoilsLoad haul trucks with proper material placement and weight distributionSupport pipe crews by maintaining proper backfill material supply and staging along trench linesManage spoil piles and maintain separation of suitable and unsuitable materialsAssist with trench backfilling operations in coordination with excavator operators and pipe crewsMaintain haul roads, access points, and work areas to support safe and efficient operationsSafely maneuver equipment in tight job site conditions around open trenches, utilities, and team membersPerform grading and site cleanup as needed to support project completionPerform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checksIdentify and avoid underground utilities and other job site hazardsAssist with unloading materials and deliveries using proper equipment handling techniquesMaintain a clean and organized work area and equipmentCommunicate effectively with crew members and supervisorsFollow all OSHA and company safety policies and proceduresExperience operating a wheel loader in underground utility or heavy civil constructionUnderstanding of trenching operations, backfill requirements, and material handling practicesAbility to work safely around open excavations and active utility installationsAbility to operate equipment efficiently in confined and congested job site conditionsAbility to read grade stakes and follow direction from Foreman or SuperintendentAbility to work in varying weather and site conditionsStrong attention to safety and detailThis job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position, and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of experience, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add to, or remove duties as necessary.Venus Construction is an equal opportunity employer & participant in e-verify. Venus Construction does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.