Heavy Equipment Operator

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Kingdom City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Kingdom City, MO is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators, plows, dozers, trenchers, skid steers, and hydro-vacs on underground utility projects, performing excavation, trenching, grading, and backfilling.

You will read maps and blueprints, inspect equipment, and enforce safety rules in daily jobsite routines. A valid Class A CDL, 1 year of heavy equipment experience, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen are required;

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of heavy equipment operating experience in utility construction or related field.
• Valid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read utility maps, blueprints, and job plans.
• Ability to pass required background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, plows, dozers, trenchers, skid steers, and hydro-vacs.
• Perform excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, and utility installation work.
• Load, unload, inspect, and operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret utility maps, construction plans, and job layouts.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, and company safety procedures and participate in jobsite safety meetings.
• Communicate effectively with foremen, supervisors, and crew members.
• Assist and mentor laborers as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Reading maps/blueprints

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 10 training

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator – Kingdom City, MOThe Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating equipment used in underground utility construction, including excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, and general jobsite support.Key Responsibilities:Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, plows, dozers, trenchers, skid steers, and hydro-vacs.Perform excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, and other utility installation work.Load, unload, inspect, and operate equipment safely and efficiently.Identify and work safely around existing underground utilities.Read and interpret utility maps, construction plans, and job layouts.Complete equipment inspections, daily logs, and job documentation.Follow OSHA, DOT, and company safety procedures and participate in jobsite safety meetings.Communicate effectively with foremen, supervisors, and crew members.Assist and mentor laborers as needed.Required Qualifications:Minimum 1 year of heavy equipment operating experience in utility construction or a related field.Valid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.Ability to safely operate at least one major piece of construction equipment.Ability to read utility maps, blueprints, and job plans.Ability to pass required background check and drug screening.Preferred Qualifications:Underground utility construction experience.High school diploma or GED.OSHA 10 or related safety training.