Heavy Equipment Operator

NEBCO, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Nebraska is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy equipment for construction projects. Responsibilities include operating excavators, bulldozers, and graders, conducting daily inspections, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and at least one year of heavy equipment experience. This role may require working long shifts and in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must operate heavy equipment related to construction projects.
• 1 year of heavy equipment experience required.
• Valid driver's license is needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maneuver heavy equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections and minor repairs on equipment.
• Communicate effectively with crew members.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Communication with crew members

Conducting inspections

Ability to lift 60 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excavators

Bulldozers

Graders

Pavers

Job description

Company Background

Constructors Inc., a NEBCO Company, is one of the largest heavy highway paving, asphalt paving and concrete paving companies in southeastern Nebraska. For more information about Constructors, visit www.constructorslincoln.com.

NEBCO, Inc.

NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth‑generation, family‑owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately‑owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visit www.nebcoinc.com.

Position Summary

Constructors, Inc. is searching for a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate various heavy equipment involved in construction projects as required to build and maintain highways, roads, and other related infrastructure. Must abide by Company Safety Program and Policies while performing duties safely.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate and maneuver heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, graders, and pavers.
• Communicate with crew members to ensure actions of equipment are accurate to what is needed and safe to use in area.
• Conduct daily inspections and minor repairs on equipment to ensure usability; notify appropriate personnel of issues or repairs needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• 1 year experience operating heavy equipment; or
• equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver’s license

Other Skills and Abilities

• Must have previous heavy equipment experience with some manual labor on plant equipment.
• Must be able to work according to seasonal and construction demand schedule; required to work a 12‑hour shift, and during busy season the position may be required to work 5 to 6 days a week.
• Must have previous heavy equipment experience concentrating on Grade All, road grader, backhoe, track backhoe, and any other specialty equipment.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to sit in the equipment for extended periods of time and be subject to the bouncing of the seat in the equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence to carry out basic instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside hot and cold weather conditions. Construction site may have differential grade in walking situations. The employee is regularly exposed to construction driving conditions, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid weather conditions; moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. This is a tobacco‑free campus and facility.