Heavy Equipment Operator

Reaper Siteworks

Littleton (CO)

On-site

USD 38,572 - 55,104

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Health/Vision/Dental Insurance

401k with Company Match

Accruable PTO

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to join their dynamic team in Colorado. This role emphasizes the importance of field experience and strong people skills, as you will be responsible for coordinating operations and ensuring high-quality work on various construction projects. As part of a growing commercial sitework contractor, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to significant industrial and government projects while embodying values of integrity and innovation. If you're ready to take ownership of your role and make a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

5+ years experience in civil construction or heavy equipment operation.
Minimum 6,000 logged hours operating various heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

Coordinate field operations and maintain project schedules.
Perform On-the-Job Training for new hires and existing team.

Skills

Civil Construction

Heavy Equipment Operation

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Abilities

Time Management Skills

Collaboration Under Stress

Education

OSHA 10-hr Training

Workman's Compensation Knowledge

Tools

Procore

Heavy Equipment (e.g., Bulldozer, Excavator)

Job description

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Reaper Siteworks is a growing commercial sitework contractor specializing in demolition, earthwork, site utilities, concrete paving, and asphalt paving. Our focus is primarily on industrial, retail, and government projects with some notable multi-family, hospitality, and infrastructure projects. We are currently seeking highly motivated individuals with a specific interest in participating in the development of our business and playing a crucial role in building the foundation of what will become one of Colorado's premier sitework contractors.

We strive to incorporate the values of integrity, innovation, and accountability into everything we do, candidates for all positions must exemplify these values. Each position at this time is critical to our success and will require experience and grit, we are not seeking individuals in need of extensive training.

We are seeking an individual that not only has the field experience to produce high caliber results, but also has the people skills to elevate their team and show what it means to take pride in their work.

A successful operator will go beyond checking the boxes. They will find ways to improve the company, the processes, and the results as a matter of ownership in their role at Reaper Siteworks.

Responsibilities

Coordinate field operations with the foreman and complete assigned tasks to maintain project directives and schedules
Complete all assigned reporting through Procore
Maintain and monitor equipment
Perform On-the-Job Training for new hires and existing team to produce growth, efficiency, and unity
Ensure the quality of work is consistent with company and industry standards
Assist management in developing processes and policies for implementation across the company
Follow safety practices compliant with company, OSHA, and jurisdictional standards

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in civil construction, underground utilities, grading/earthwork, or heavy equipment operation.
Minimum cumulative 6,000 logged hours operating 4 or more of the following: motor grader, bulldozer, excavator, wheel/track loader, haul truck, skidsteer, scraper
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Ability to collaborate effectively under emotional and mental stress
Professional knowledge of construction industry standards and regulations for the Colorado market
OSHA 10-hr trained
Workman's Compensation

Starting 30 days from date of hire -

Paid Holidays – 8 total; 7 federal and 1 floating

Starting 90 days from date of hire -

Health/Vision/Dental Insurance plans with company contribution of 60% of base premium
Company 401k, matching up to 4% of gross pay, 100% vesting of all contributions
PTO - accruable 80 hours/year with eligibility for rollover

Compensation

$28.00 - $40.00/hour, actual compensation to be negotiated based on experience and matching qualifications.
Opportunity for Quarterly performance bonuses

Seniority level