Heavy Equipment Operator

ZipRecruiter; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks Heavy Equipment Operators in Junction City, KS. Candidates should possess 3-5 years of experience operating machinery and be capable of working outdoors year-round. The company offers competitive pay and extensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with guaranteed match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Paid education opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must have own transportation.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including excavators, dozers and backhoes.
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Obey safety rules on the job site and encourage others.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Preventive Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Get to Know Us:

If you are looking for a career in construction then you've come to the right place!

Crossland Construction is a leader in the industry and we are growing-right here in the Midwest-with opportunities for hard working, dedicated men and women to join our team. Crossland works year round and offers top pay, great benefits including health and dental insurance, a 401k retirement plan, paid time off, paid education to allow you to move up, and much more! You would join a team of people with a passion for construction who love to build and who know that their hard work will pay off.

Whether you have several years of experience under your belt or you are new in the industry you can have a career at Crossland!

Crossland Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 (k) retirement plan with guaranteed match
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Paid education opportunities

Job Qualifications:

We are currently accepting applications for Heavy Equipment Operators for Junction City, KS. Candidates for Heavy Equipment Operator must have at least 3-5 years of experience on bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, scrapers and graders. Must have own transportation, be highly motivated, and willing to travel. Drug screen, physical and criminal background check are required of successful candidates.

Essential Responsibilities:

Performs any combination of the following duties on construction projects, usually working in a utility capacity and by transferring from one task to another.

Activities included but not limited to:

*Operating heavy equipment including excavators, dozers and backhoes.

*Operate routinely used tools and equipment

*Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment

*Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers

*Complete required paperwork, forms and records as required

*Coordinate machine actions with crew members in response to hand or audio signals

*Ability to work without close supervision once directed on task

*Obeys and follows all safety rules on the job site and encourages others to do the same

*Maintains a good relationship with co-workers and works well with others to accomplish a task.

*Must have water, sewer and drain experience

Physical demands of this position include lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally; 40-50 pounds frequently and carrying same along with constant sitting, grasping and reaching, frequent climbing, walking and standing. Must be able to work year-round outdoors and travel as needed.

EOE/M/F/D/V