General Operator

GHC; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, &

Vision plans

Stock options

401(k) plan with match

Weekly pay

Paid time off

HSA with contributions

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Employee discounts

EAP & legal/financial counseling

Weight loss programs

Job summary

Garney is seeking a General Operator with 3-5 years of construction experience to operate heavy equipment, excavate, trench, backfill, and perform final cleanup as part of a crew.

The role requires willingness to travel and overtime as needed, with responsibilities including maintenance and safe operation of equipment. Garney offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive rewards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of construction experience.
• Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely as part of a crew.
• Perform Operator-level maintenance on the machine.
• Understand safe working loads and signals.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

3-5 years construction experience

Maintenance on machinery

Travel readiness

Job description

Requisition ID13992-Posted10/09/2026-LA-Rayville-Craft Professionals-3-5 years-Regional Travel

A General Operator position is available at Garney. To be considered for this position, you must have previous construction experience. As a General Operator , you will operate machinery to perform activities such as excavating, backfilling, trenching, ditching, clearing, looming, fine grading, and final cleanup. The General Operator may perform functions of a laborer as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Operate heavy equipment safely as part of a crew
• Perform Operator-level maintenance on the machine
• Understand safe working loads and signals
• Must be willing to work overtime as required

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 3-5 years of construction experience.
• Firm knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required.
• Willing to travel.

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace. You may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check for this position.

If you have questions or would like more information, pleasecall Martha Polanco at 816-746-7285 or by email [e-mail] and include the job title andlocation to ensure a prompt response.