Heavy Equipment Operator

The R.E.M Companies; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

Theremcompanies in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our outdoor construction team. You will operate cranes, excavators, backhoes, loaders and other heavy equipment, performing daily inspections and assistin g with site prep.

This full-time position offers a temp-to-perm opportunity, competitive pay starting at $20 per hour, and weekly direct deposit. You’ll work 6am–5pm, Mon–Fri, with occasional Saturdays, and benefits including health, dental, and vision

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating cranes, excavators, loaders, or similar heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of construction site operations, material handling, and equipment safety.
• Ability to read and follow site plans and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operating cranes, excavators, backhoes, loaders, and other horizontal heavy equipment.
• Safely moving materials, assisting with site prep, excavation, and construction tasks.
• Performing daily inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Following safety protocols—because safety always comes first.
• Collaborating with a hardworking team to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Crane operation

Excavator operation

Loader operation

Heavy equipment operation

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

We’re on the lookout for a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team and work with one of our top clients in the Harrisburg area! If you love working outdoors, operating cranes, excavators, loaders, and other heavy equipment (NOT forklifts), and being part of a team that gets the job done, this is the role for you.

Starting Wage: $20/hr - every 6 months you will be evaluated to see how skilled you are on the 4 different pieces of equipment. A $1 increase is provided for each type of equipment you are skilled at.

Working Hours: 6am to 5pm Mon – Friday with possible Saturday morning hours. Saturdays are typically voluntary. This position is a full time temp to perm opportunity and not temporary!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Operating cranes, excavators, backhoes, loaders, and other horizontal heavy equipment
• Safely moving materials, assisting with site prep, excavation, and construction tasks
• Performing daily inspections and routine maintenance on equipment
• Following safety protocols—because safety always comes first
• Collaborating with a hardworking team to keep operations running smoothly

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience operating cranes, excavators, loaders, or similar heavy equipment
• Knowledge of construction site operations, material handling, and equipment safety
• Ability to read and follow site plans and instructions
• Roll-off truck experience is a plus but not required
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay with weekly direct deposit
• Paid holidays and paid time off—because work-life balance matters
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you covered
• Join a growing company with room for career advancement

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Excavator Operation: 2 years (Required)
• Heavy Equipment Operation: 2 years (Required)
• Crane Operation: 2 years (Required)

Other Requirements:

• Language: English (Required)
• License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)
• Ability to Commute: Harrisburg, PA 17103 (Required)
• Work Location: In person