General Operator

Garney Construction; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision plans

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Holiday pay

HSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Garney Construction is seeking a General Operator to join our field crews in Louisiana. You will operate heavy equipment, perform routine maintenance, and support a safe, efficient construction site through skilled operation and signaling.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of construction experience, willingness to travel and work overtime, and a commitment to quality. Garney offers comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth within a values-driven team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely as part of a crew.
• Perform Operator-level maintenance on the machine.
• Understand safe working loads and signals.

Skills

Construction experience

Heavy equipment operation

Team collaboration

Job description

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

CONTACT US

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

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.