Heavy Equipment Operator

DNT Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

DNT Construction in Houston, TX is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support excavation, grading, and site preparation across infrastructure projects.

You will perform routine equipment maintenance, follow strict safety protocols, and collaborate with a skilled team to meet project goals in all weather conditions. This is a full-time, non-management, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with heavy equipment and excavation.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and safe operation.
• Team-first attitude and strong communication skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to work in all weather conditions.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operating heavy machinery for excavation, grading, and site prep.
• Performing routine equipment maintenance.
• Following strict safety protocols.
• Collaborating with a skilled team to meet project goals and deadlines.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Equipment maintenance knowledge

Team player

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team as a Heavy Equipment Operator – Houston, TX Build the future of Texas with DNT Construction! DNT Construction provides comprehensive solutions for infrastructure in highway, retail, commercial, and residential development. Our services include excavation, underground utilities, dry utilities, paving, and retaining walls. We serve the Central Texas Corridor with offices located in San Antonio, Houston and Austin. For more information, please visit our website.

What You’ll Do

• Operating heavy machinery for excavation, grading, and site prep
• Performing routine equipment maintenance
• Following strict safety protocols
• Collaborating with a skilled team to meet project goals and deadlines

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience with heavy equipment and excavation
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and safe operation
• A team-first attitude and strong communication skills
• Physical stamina and ability to work in all weather conditions
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Prior construction experience (preferred)

Department: Field-Dirt

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position