Heavy Equipment Operator

STOCKS GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Stocks General Contractors LLC is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support underground utility and site development projects. The role requires safe, precise operation and collaboration with pipe crews to deliver high-quality field work.

The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years of experience, strong knowledge of excavation, grading, and utility installation, and a proven commitment to safety and reliability on busy job sites across the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in construction.
• Strong understanding of excavation, grading, and utility work.
• Ability to operate safely in tight or complex environments.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow direction and communicate effectively with crew members.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, dozers, and skid steers.
• Perform trenching, grading, and backfilling for underground utility installation.
• Safely excavate around existing utilities and structures.
• Work alongside pipe crews to support installation of water, sewer, and storm systems.
• Maintain proper grades and elevations according to project specifications.
• Read and follow basic plans, grade stakes, and site layouts.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checks.
• Follow all company and OSHA safety standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Excavation

Grading

Utility work

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About the Role

Stocks General Contractors is seeking a skilled and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to support our underground utility and site development projects.

This role is ideal for an experienced operator who can safely and efficiently run heavy equipment while working alongside pipe crews to ensure accurate, high-quality job site execution. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and takes pride in precision work.

What You’ll Do

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, dozers, and skid steers
• Perform trenching, grading, and backfilling for underground utility installation
• Safely excavate around existing utilities and structures
• Work alongside pipe crews to support installation of water, sewer, and storm systems
• Maintain proper grades and elevations according to project specifications
• Read and follow basic plans, grade stakes, and site layouts
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checks
• Follow all company and OSHA safety standards

What We’re Looking For

• 3-5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in construction
• Strong understanding of excavation, grading, and utility work
• Ability to operate safely in tight or complex environments
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to follow direction and communicate effectively with crew members

Preferred

• Experience in underground utilities (water, sewer, storm)
• GPS or grade control system experience
• Ability to fine grade and work to precise elevations
• Experience working around active utility linesCDL (not required)

Certifications

• OSHA 10 (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred

• Excavation/Trenching Competent Person
• Confined Space Training
• Rigging & Signaling

Schedule & Pay

• Full-Time | Hourly
• Monday-Friday (8-10 hour shifts; occasional weekends as needed)
• Weekly pay

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (holidays, vacation, sick)
• Paid training and certifications
• Referral bonus program
• Safety equipment provided
• Opportunities for advancement

Work Location

Field-based across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia

Expectations

• Consistent and dependable performance
• Strong commitment to safety and equipment care
• Ability to work efficiently with crews and meet production goals
• Accountability for assigned equipment and responsibilities

We’re looking for operators who take pride in their work and want to grow with a company committed to safety, quality, and long-term success.