Heavy Equipment Operator

The Contractor Consultants; East Kingston (NH); On-site; USD 97,424,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Safety gear provided

Education and training support

Team trips or outings

Job summary

Jamco Excavators LLC is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform daily earthmoving and site construction tasks from project initiation through completion. You will work closely with site superintendents to keep operations safe, efficient, and within budget.

Join a family-oriented business that invests in your growth and provides competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in civil construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in civil construction, utility work, or heavy site development.
• High School Diploma, GED, or completion of trade-related vocational training.
• In-depth knowledge of general civil construction practices, heavy machinery operation, and site utility layout.
• Basic computer skills for digital project coordination, time reporting, and field communication.
• Strong leadership qualities with ability to work collaboratively on site.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to support earthmoving and site construction daily.
• Coordinate daily building processes with the General Foreman and Site Superintendent.
• Monitor site conditions and enforce safety protocols at all times.
• Review activities against budgets and notify leadership of cost impacts.
• Collaborate professionally with crew, subcontractors, and project leaders.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team leadership

On-site safety

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade/vocational training

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator – Execute Civil Construction & Site Operations for Jamco Excavators LLC

Job Overview

• Company: Jamco Excavators LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $34 - $40 per hour (Based on Experience)
• Location: South Hampton, NH
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Civil Construction, Utility, and Treatment Projects
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will serve as an essential heavy equipment operator executing daily earthmoving and site construction tasks from project initiation through successful completion. In this role, you will work closely with site superintendents and foremen to keep site operations running safely, efficiently, and strictly within project budgets.

Joining Jamco Excavators LLC allows you to advance your civil construction career within a supportive, family-oriented business that actively invests in your continuous growth.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Execute precision heavy equipment operation to support site development, utility installations, and civil construction projects.
• Coordinate daily building processes and field activities directly with the General Foreman and Site Superintendent.
• Monitor job site conditions continuously to strictly enforce site safety protocols and protect project personnel.
• Review site activities against project budgets and proactively notify leadership of unforeseen cost impacts.
• Operate heavy machinery efficiently to ensure company performance, project velocity, and job profitability.
• Foster a professional environment by collaborating respectfully with crew members, subcontractors, and project leaders.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of background experience in civil construction, utility work, or heavy site development.
• High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a trade-related vocational training program.
• In-depth knowledge of general civil construction practices, heavy machinery operation, and site utility layout.
• Basic computer skills necessary for digital project coordination, time reporting, and field communication.
• Strong leadership qualities with a proven ability to work collaboratively and maintain high professional standards on site.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience operating heavy equipment on municipal utility, treatment facility, or heavy civil job sites.
• Practical experience assisting field leadership with project budget tracking and job cost control.
• Active trade certifications or completed heavy equipment safety training courses.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay structure with performance-driven stability.
• Weekly pay cycle ensuring consistent and reliable income.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with generous employer matching.
• Comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Paid time off including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Provided company safety equipment and gear for all field operations.
• Sponsored continuing education, certification programs, and professional development support.
• Employee referral bonus program and annual company trips or team outings.

About Us

Jamco Excavators LLC is a family-owned and operated heavy civil contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, and federal site development projects. We offer extreme growth potential, family-oriented values, and dedicated financial support for continuing education and technical licensing.

Learn more at https://www.jamcoexcavators.com/.

Jamco Excavators LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.