Heavy Equipment Operator

Building Ventures; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

On-the-job training and certification

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Building Ventures in El Paso, TX is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support excavation, grading and site work. Operate dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, skid steers, dump trucks and forklifts while following safety rules and project timescales.

You will perform site prep, grading, demolition and material handling, conduct daily equipment inspections, and maintain clean, organized work areas. CDL/OSHA-10 is preferred; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years operating heavy equipment on construction or civil projects.
• Experience with dozer, excavator, loader, grader, skid steer.
• Ability to read basic plans/grade stakes and follow directions.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred for dump truck work.
• OSHA-10 preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus; high school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including dozer, excavator, loader, grader, skid steer, backhoe, dump truck and forklift for site work.
• Perform excavation, grading, site prep, demolition and material loading/unloading as directed by supervisor.
• Follow grade stakes and plans, assist crew with setting/maintaining grades, trenches and erosion control.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-shift equipment inspections, perform basic maintenance, and report defects.
• Secure and load materials, assist truck drivers with spotting and load transfers, and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Follow site safety procedures, use PPE, report hazards, and keep accurate time and equipment logs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Plan reading

Safety awareness

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dozer

Excavator

Loader

Grader

Skid steer

Dump truck

Forklift

Job description

About This RoleHeavy Equipment Operator needed in El Paso, TX for construction and site work projects. You'll run dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, skid steers and dump trucks to support excavation, grading, demolition and material handling across local job sites. Work is hands-on, physical, and focused on getting projects done safely and on schedule. This role is for reliable operators who follow site safety rules, perform daily equipment checks, and communicate with supervisors and crew. Pay is competitive and based on experience (DOE); overtime often available on busy projects. Local candidates with their own reliable transportation preferred.What You'll DoSafely operate heavy equipment including dozer, excavator, loader, grader, skid steer, backhoe, dump truck and forklift for site work.Perform excavation, grading, site prep, demolition and material loading/unloading as directed by supervisor.Follow grade stakes and plans, assist crew with setting/maintaining grades, trenches and erosion control.Conduct daily pre- and post-shift equipment inspections, perform basic maintenance, and report defects.Secure and load materials, assist truck drivers with spotting and load transfers, and maintain clean, organized work areas.Follow site safety procedures, use PPE, report hazards, and keep accurate time and equipment logs.What We're Looking For2+ years operating heavy equipment on construction or civil projects; experience with dozer, excavator, loader, grader, skid steer required.Proven ability to perform loading/unloading, general heavy equipment maintenance, and operate dump trucks and forklifts.Knowledge of civil construction, demolition and general construction site practices.Able to read basic plans/grade stakes, take direction from supervisors, and work in varied weather conditions.Reliable transportation to site/yards, punctual, able to pass drug screen and follow safety rules.QualificationsValid driver's license; CDL Class A or B preferred for dump truck work.OSHA-10 (preferred) or willingness to obtain.Equipment operator certification or documented operator experience on dozer, excavator, loader, grader and skid steer.Able to pass drug test and background check.Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus; high school diploma or GED preferred.What We OfferCompetitive hourly pay (DOE) with overtime opportunities.Weekly pay and direct deposit available.On-the-job training and certification support; safety gear/PPE provided.Steady local projects-opportunity for consistent, year-round work.Tool/equipment allowance or reimbursement for required certifications when applicable.Ready to Apply?Create your Skillit profile and let Sam, your AI assistant, connect you with top contractors.Apply NowNot Another Job BoardSkillit connects craft workers directly with contractors hiring for your trade. No resumes, no chasing listings. Build your profile once and let jobs find you.Get discovered automatically: Contractors search for talent like you every day.No more chasing listings: Skillit surfaces your profile when a job matches your skills and certs.Sam does the legwork: Your craft hiring assistant works 24/7 to connect you with active hiring contractors.