Heavy Equipment Operator

Brandt Excavating; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Health Insurance Coverage

Life Insurance $25,000

401K with 4% company match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Accrued Vacation

Clothing Allowance

Job summary

Brandt Excavating is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Martell, NE (15 miles southwest of Lincoln) to support safe, efficient progress on excavation and site development projects. You will operate graders, tractors, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, and skid steers to prepare sites and perform earthwork.

You must have at least one year of experience, demonstrate safe operation, read and follow safety guidelines, and be able to use hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience operating heavy equipment in excavation, construction, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Reading and following safety procedures, operational guidelines and site instructions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to the job.

Responsibilities

• Operates graders for leveling and tractors for loading materials such as dirt, rock, and debris.
• Operates backhoes and front‑end loaders as required for excavation, loading, and material handling.
• Operates skid steer loaders to transport and place materials.
• Performs general site preparation and related operational assignments using various heavy equipment.
• Conducts routine inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Ensure proper care, safe operation, and maintenance of equipment and supplies; actively promote continuous improvement of workplace safety practices.
• May assist in training or guiding other team members depending on operational needs.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Hand tools

Team guidance

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator

Brandt Excavating is looking for a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator to support safe, efficient progress on our excavation and site development projects based in Martell, NE, 15 miles southwest of Lincoln. This position operates a variety of heavy equipment - including graders, tractors, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, and skid steers to support site preparation, earthwork, general excavation and construction activities.

Heavy Equipment Operator Responsibilities:

• Operates graders for leveling and tractors for loading materials such as dirt, rock, and debris.
• Operates backhoes and front‑end loaders as required for excavation, loading, and material handling.
• Operates skid steer loaders to transport and place materials.
• Performs general site preparation and related operational assignments using various heavy equipment.
• Conducts routine inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Ensure proper care, safe operation, and maintenance of equipment and supplies; actively promote continuous improvement of workplace safety practices.
• May assist in training or guiding other team members depending on operational needs.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Heavy Equipment Operator Requirements:

• Minimum of one year of experience operating heavy equipment in excavation, construction, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Working knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to the job.
• Ability to read, understand and follow safety procedures, operational guidelines and site instructions.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Requires physical activity including heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects over 50 lbs.
• Work environment involves exposure to physical risks and requires adherence to safety precautions.
• Work may involve exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, and varying weather conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXCELLENT Benefit Package:

• Full Health Insurance Coverage (Employer Contribution) – withadditionaloption for anHSA plan
• $25,000 Life Insurance policy (100% Employer Contribution)
• 401K with 4% company match
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accrued Vacation
• Clothing Allowance - $ 600 Annually

Brandt Excavating is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and assure they will receive consideration regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information marital status, sexual orientation, or genderidentity.

Individuals with criminal records are encouraged to apply.

Work Location: In person

NOTE: The duties and qualifications listed are representative of the position but may change based on company needs.Additionalresponsibilities may be assigned asrequired.