Heavy Equipment Operator

Ames Construction; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that has been shaping America's infrastructure for over 60 years. As an Operator, you will play a crucial role in operating heavy machinery like bulldozers and excavators for diverse projects in construction and civil engineering. This position demands a commitment to safety and efficiency, ensuring that every task is completed with precision. You will work alongside talented colleagues, contributing to meaningful projects that enhance communities across the U.S. If you are skilled, dependable, and eager to take on challenges in both urban and remote environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of machinery and safety protocols is essential.
• Previous experience operating heavy machinery is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate large machinery for construction and civil engineering projects.
• Ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely.

Skills

Machinery Operation

Safety Protocols

Site Preparation

Excavation

Road Building

Material Transportation

Education

Relevant Certifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Bulldozers

Excavators

Backhoes

Haul Trucks

Job description

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

Ames is looking for Operators who are safe, efficient, highly skilled, and productive operators to join our team. In this role, you will operate large machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, and haul trucks for construction, mining, and civil engineering projects. Your responsibilities will include site preparation, excavation, road building, and material transportation, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of machinery, safety protocols, and project specifications. Previous experience and relevant certifications are required. Join us to work on diverse and challenging projects in both remote and urban environments.

Operator Apprentices are encouraged to apply as well.

Basic Employment Requirements

• Be committed to working safely and to wearing all of the required safety equipment.
• Report any unsafe conditions or acts to your immediate supervisor.
• Pass a Pre-employment Drug Screen and Alcohol Test. Free of medication that may limit or alter the ability to operate equipment in a safe manner.
• Be able to read and understand Safety and Employment requirements.
• Be dependable, and consistent about attendance and punctuality.
• Willing and able to work extended hours and possible nights and weekends as required.
• Tolerate temperature extremes and changing job site conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.).
• Be committed to helping achieve a 100% no-accident work area.
• Be committed to supporting the team to achieve its production goals at any assigned task.
• Maintain a professional attitude while learning each task and take constructive criticism as a motivation to learn.
• Arizona region will require joining and maintaining membership in the local operators' union.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Have full range of motion with neck, back, and hands, and exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously.
• Have vision at 20/40 with or without corrective lenses.
• Have the ability to hear at an average level with or without hearing devices.
• Be able to climb in/out of equipment without assistance.
• Be able to walk on uneven surfaces, very rocky terrain, and steep areas.
• Be able to twist, stoop, and bend while maintaining sure-footedness and balance.
• Spend about 80% of your time in motion while operating equipment.
• This is a ‘safety-sensitive position’ which means a position in which an impairment caused by drug or alcohol usage would threaten the health or safety of any person.
• Operate the Track Equipment in all phases of operations, during normal conditions, night conditions, adverse weather, and emergencies; including hand and foot controls.
• Perform routine maintenance, and watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure working properly.
• Exercise good judgment about the safety and health of you and others.
• Accurately complete and understand the paperwork necessary for this job.
• Be organized and able to execute verbal and written instructions.
• Be able to work with others and also to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Maintain good housekeeping in equipment, transport vans, vehicles, and work area at all times.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.