Heavy Equipment Operator

The Contractor Consultants; Gladewater (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-respected construction company as a Heavy Equipment Operator in East Texas, where you will operate various heavy machinery, perform essential construction tasks, and have opportunities for career advancement. Applicants must have relevant experience and a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Weekly Pay Cycle

Project Completion Bonuses

Uniforms and Safety Gear Provided

Overtime Potential

Career Growth & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years verifiable experience operating heavy equipment for utility and dirt work.
• Strong understanding of equipment capabilities.
• Ability to read construction drawings and follow grade markers.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including backhoes, bulldozers, and loaders.
• Excavate to precise dimensions based on construction drawings.
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety-conscious mindset

Attention to detail

Job description

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Take the Controls of Your Career - Join WM Miller Construction as a Heavy Equipment Operator!

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Company Name: W.M. Miller Construction Company, Inc.

Salary: $18 - $22 per hour, depending on experience

Industry: Heavy Civil Construction - Dirt, Paving, Underground Utilities (Commercial)

Location: Longview, TX - Primarily regional fieldwork

Job Overview

W.M. Miller Construction Company, Inc. is actively seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join our growing team. If you have hands-on skill with operating excavation and earth-moving equipment, and thrive in fast-paced field environments, this is a great opportunity to build your career with one of East Texas' most respected civil contractors. Operators will work on a variety of projects including underground utility installation, dirt work, grading, and road construction. We're hiring immediately and offering advancement opportunities for motivated team members.

Who We Are

For over 50 years, WM Miller has been a cornerstone of the Texas heavy civil construction industry, built on a reputation for craftsmanship, integrity, and delivering quality infrastructure. We operate as a family-oriented business, where employees are valued and have clear paths to career growth. From complex utility installations to precision grading, we take pride in our field excellence and in fostering an environment where team members can thrive. Learn more at www.millercci.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including: backhoes, bulldozers, trackhoes, skid steers, loaders, and more.
• Excavate to precise dimensions per construction drawings, sketches, and grade markers.
• Perform backfilling and grading operations to specified finish grade.
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Execute safe operation of heavy equipment to move, load, excavate, grade and finish earthwork.
• Perform a range of site activities such as:
• Road building
• Fine grading and finishing
• Sloping and banking
• Backfilling and trenching
• Demolition
• Stockpiling
• Road surface maintenance
• Utility excavation/installation
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years verifiable experience operating heavy equipment for underground utility and/or dirt work projects.
• Prior experience in heavy civil construction environments.
• Strong understanding of equipment capabilities and safe operating procedures.
• Ability to read construction drawings and follow grade markers.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills - able to collaborate with foremen, operators, and laborers.
• Safety-conscious mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and grow - opportunity for advancement available!
  
  

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Medical Insurance - Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• Paid Time Off - Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days
• Weekly Pay Cycle
• Project Completion Bonuses / Pay for Performance
• Uniforms and Safety Gear Provided
• Tech Package (as applicable)
• Overtime Potential
• Travel projects with Per Diem when required
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time | Monday to Friday
• Typical 10-hour shifts, based on project needs
  
  

Work Location:

• Greater Longview, TX Area - Primarily regional project sites with occasional travel based on project scope. Travel support and per diem provided when necessary.
  
  

Join the WM Miller Construction Team Today!

If you are an experienced and motivated Heavy Equipment Operator ready to contribute to high-performance teams and build lasting infrastructure across East Texas, we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your construction career with WM Miller Construction Company, Inc.-apply today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - diversity and inclusion are key components of our culture and success.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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