Heavy Equipment Operator

Building Ventures; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

Building Ventures is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work on earthmoving, grading, and paving projects in Fayetteville, GA. You will operate excavators, dozers, skid steers, graders, and vibratory compactors, read grade stakes, and follow site plans to finish tasks safely and on schedule.

We offer pay up to $33/hr based on experience, weekly pay, health insurance options, and paid time off after eligibility. A drug-free workplace and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years operating multiple types of heavy equipment (excavator, dozer, grader, skid steer, backhoe) on civil or construction sites.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and minor repairs (hydraulics, filters, grease points).
• Read grade stakes and basic site plans; use hand signals and radios effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, backhoes, dozers, skid steers, motor graders and vibratory compactors for earthmoving, grading and paving tasks.
• Perform daily pre-start inspections and routine maintenance to keep equipment safe and running.
• Load/unload and transport equipment as needed; secure machines and maintain a clean work area.

Job description

About This RoleOperate a variety of heavy construction equipment on earthmoving, grading and paving jobs in Fayetteville, GA. You'll run excavators, backhoes, dozers, skid steers, motor graders and vibratory compactors to move and shape material, pour hard surfaces and help finish projects on time. Pay up to $33/hr depending on experience. This role requires hands-on maintenance, daily safety checks and strict adherence to a drug-free workplace. Work is physical and outdoors - expect full shifts, occasional overtime, and steady project-based assignments. Reliable attendance and a focus on safety are mandatory.What You'll DoOperate excavators, backhoes, dozers, skid steers, motor graders and vibratory compactors for earthmoving, grading and paving tasksPerform daily pre-start inspections and routine maintenance (fluids, greasing, basic repairs) to keep equipment safe and runningRead grade stakes, follow site plans, and operate to grade using hand signals, stringline or basic electronic grade systemsLoad/unload and transport equipment as needed; secure machines at the end of shift and maintain a clean work areaFollow all safety procedures, report defects or hazards, and work in a drug-free environmentWork with crew members and supervisors to meet production goals and adjust to changing site conditionsWhat We're Looking ForMinimum 2+ years operating multiple types of heavy equipment (excavator, dozer, grader, skid steer, backhoe) on civil or construction sitesAbility to perform routine equipment maintenance and minor repairs (hydraulics, filters, grease points)Read grade stakes and basic site plans; use hand signals and radios effectivelyStrong focus on safety - follow OSHA/site rules and complete mandatory drug testingValid driver's license and reliable transportation to/from job sitesPhysically able to lift, climb, and work outdoors in all weather conditionsQualificationsValid driver's license; clean driving record preferredOSHA 10-hour (preferred) or willing to obtain on hireHeavy equipment operator certification (NCCER or similar) preferred but not requiredMust pass pre-employment drug screen and background checkEnglish required; Spanish bilingual a plusWhat We OfferPay up to $33/hr based on experience; overtime paid as requiredWeekly pay and direct deposit availableHealth insurance options and paid time off (after eligibility period)Paid safety training and opportunities for equipment certificationStable, local and regional projects with consistent hoursReady 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.