Heavy Civil Equipment Operator – Excavation & Grading

RUTS Construction; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

RUTS Construction is seeking a Heavy Civil Construction Equipment Operator in Corpus Christi, TX to operate backhoes, bulldozers and related machinery on excavation and utility projects. Daily inspections and strict safety adherence are required.

The role demands five years of experience, OSHA 10/OSHA 30 preferred, and the ability to work under varying weather conditions in a busy construction setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Five years of heavy equipment operation.
• Certifications/Licenses: OSHA 30 preferred, minimum OSHA 10 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment (backhoes, bulldozers, skid steer loaders, trenchers) used in building and utility projects.
• Observes underground utility markings and ground flags.
• Excavates to the dimensions in drawings, grade markers, or verbal instructions.
• Performs backfilling and grading to specified grades; loads excavated soils or materials.
• Drives crew truck and transports tools to the site.
• Performs preventative maintenance such as cleaning, checking fluids, lubrication, tire pressures.
• Performs other ground maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety focus

Spatial awareness

Physically fit

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Backhoes

Bulldozers

Skid steer

Trenchers

Flatbed trucks

Job description

RUTS Construction is seeking a Heavy Civil Construction Equipment Operator in Corpus Christi, TX to operate backhoes, bulldozers and related machinery on excavation and utility projects. Daily inspections and strict safety adherence are required.

The role demands five years of experience, OSHA 10/OSHA 30 preferred, and the ability to work under varying weather conditions in a busy construction setting.