Heavy Equipment Operator

Unity Technologies Corporation; Barstow (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityTec in Barstow, CA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a wide range of large-scale machinery, including cranes, bulldozers, and graders, to excavate, load, and transport earth and materials across project sites.

You will read site plans, interpret grade stakes, perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs to minimize downtime, and ensure safe, efficient operations on diverse construction projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Any related certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Heavy Machinery Operation: Proficiency in driving and operating a diverse fleet of large-scale construction equipment.
• Material Handling and Earthmoving: Safely excavate, load, transfer, and distribute dirt, gravel, and materials.
• Site Plan Interpretation: Read grade stakes, slope stakes, and simple blueprints or project plans.
• Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Site interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Related certifications

Job description

Company Overview

UnityTec is an SBA-certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering high-impact professional and technical services to government agencies. With deep expertise in Industrial and Enterprise Systems Modernization, FIAR (Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness), Industrial Facility Transformation, Program and Project Management, Enterprise Support and Consulting, and Advanced Analytics, we empower organizations to modernize operations and advance mission priorities. Our disciplined approach—grounded in dedicated talent, proactive planning, rigorous quality assurance, agile methodologies, cost-effective delivery, and uncompromising ethics—positions UnityTec as a trusted partner committed to achieving measurable, enduring results for our clients.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. You will utilize various types of heavy machinery to excavate, load, and transport earth and materials across project sites. Additionally, you are responsible for interpreting site plans and performing routine maintenance and emergency repairs on their assigned equipment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Heavy Machinery Operation: Proficiency in driving and operating a diverse fleet of large-scale construction equipment, including cranes, clamshells, power shovels, motor graders, heavy loaders, carryalls, bulldozers, rollers, scrapers, and large industrial tractors equipped with pan or scraper attachments.
• Material Handling and Earthmoving: Executing critical site preparation and logistical tasks by using equipment to safely and efficiently excavate, load, transfer, and distribute dirt, gravel, and other construction materials.
• Site Plan Interpretation: Applying technical understanding to survey and layout materials by reading and interpreting grade stakes, slope stakes, and simple blueprints or project plans to ensure accurate grading and excavation.
• Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Conducting preventative and responsive mechanical upkeep, which includes greasing moving parts, adjusting machine settings, and performing emergency repairs to minimize equipment downtime.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field of study
• Any related certifications

Clearance Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• A current Secret clearance is highly desired.

UnityTec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.