Heavy Equipment Operator

Granite Excavation Inc; Eagle (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonuses

Job summary

Granite Excavation Inc. is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for projects in the Treasure Valley and Valley County. The role involves operating trucks, excavators, dozers, and graders with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

You will perform routine maintenance, interact with residents professionally, and support project foremen with daily tasks. A valid Idaho license and the ability to pass a background check are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of heavy equipment experience.
• Valid Idaho driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Strong communication and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently (trucks, excavators, dozers, graders).
• Perform daily maintenance and keep accurate maintenance records.
• Communicate with residents and public in courteous manner; document complaints as needed.
• Follow Foreman guidance on daily tasks for each project.
• Ensure access to sites and maintain equipment and inventory.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Public interaction

Safety awareness

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

HIRING EQUIPMENT OPERATORS NOW IN THE TREASURE VALLEY AND VALLEY COUNTY AREAS!

About Our Company

Locally owned and operated, Granite Excavation turns ambitious visions into reality. We're a trusted partner in road construction, excavation, trenching, land development, and more, serving the Boise area, the Treasure Valley, and surrounding counties. As one of the region's largest and most respected heavy civil construction companies, we specialize in earthmoving, underground utilities, paving, and concrete structures across both public and private sectors. We also deliver turnkey general contracting solutions and lead complex public works projects from start to finish. At our core, we're builders of infrastructure, communities, and long-term partnerships.

Working With Us

Granite Excavation has been voted a Top Company in the Boise Valley four years running - and for good reason. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and real opportunities for growth. You won't just have a job here... you'll build a career. Our team provides hands-on training, ongoing support, and a work environment where people show up for each other. We work hard, take pride in what we do, and foster a positive team culture.

Primary responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner; Trucks, excavators, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors and other pieces of equipment
• Clean, store and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures
• Communicate with residents and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner, including receiving complaints about schedules and levels and quality of service (creating notes and reports of complaints and responding in a courteous and respectful manner)
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite
• Participate in routine and preventative maintenance, keep accurate maintenance records, and provide Foreman with updates of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
• Participate in routine maintenance
• Practice workplace safety at all times
• Maintain inventory
• Ensure access to houses, water supply and waste sites
• Maintain easements
• Perform pre-winter, winter, spring and summer maintenance on roads
• Use equipment for snow removal
• Use equipment to level roads and ensure proper drainage
• Operating equipment safely and efficiently by following proper loading and unload procedures
• Other duties may be assigned

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Bonuses

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Valid State of Idaho drivers license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
• Verifiable work history (at least 2 years in Heavy Equipment or similar)
• High school diploma or GED is desired but not required
• First Aid & CPR Certified is desired but not required
• Ability to effectively communicate with team, supervisors, vendors, clients, and general community

Knowledge

• knowledge of truck and equipment safety
• knowledge of water, sewer and truck operation
• knowledge of operation of front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, excavators, snow blowers and other pieces of heavy equipment
• knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage
• knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
• knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures
• knowledge of record keeping system
• knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures

Skills

• ability to operate single axle trucks in a safe and responsible manner
• ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• client service and public interaction skills
• team building
• analytical and problem solving skills
• decision making skills
• effective verbal and listening communications skills
• ability to communicate effectively in English and Dogrib
• ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records
• stress management skills
• time management skills

Personal Attributes

• be honest and trustworthy
• be respectful
• possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• be flexible
• demonstrate sound work ethics
• deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

The Heavy Equipment Operator has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects. The Heavy Equipment Operator will have to work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold. The Heavy Equipment Operator must ensure that all activities are completed in a safe and efficient way.

Environmental Conditions

The Heavy Equipment Operator must work outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. He/she may at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose and skin from irritation and infection.

Sensory Demands

He/she may at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose and skin from irritation and infection.

Mental Demands

Must work independently and is expected to maintain a schedule of work. Any problems or inconveniences may result in increased stress to complete tasks in a limited time.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Aff It is our policy to recruit, hire and promote qualified persons without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, age disabilities, military or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations in the application or the interview process, please notify us. Give special attention to experience relative to the job you are applying and complete application thoroughly.

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