Heavy Equipment Operator

ZipRecruiter; Ocala (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled heavy equipment operators to join their dynamic team in Florida. This exciting role involves operating various heavy machinery, ensuring workplace safety, and achieving production targets in quarry operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to quality. With opportunities for growth and a supportive work culture, this position offers a chance to contribute to essential infrastructure projects while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits. If you are passionate about heavy equipment operation and ready for a rewarding career, apply today!

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Mileage Reimbursement

Travel Expenses Covered

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation required.
• Strong skills in handling various heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and produce high-quality aggregate materials.
• Follow MSHA and OSHA safety standards and maintain compliance.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Excavators

Wheel Loaders

Hydraulic Hammers

Mobile Crusher/Screener

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Join our team of experienced heavy equipment operators specializing in quarry and project site operations in central and south Florida. We produce rip rap and specialty aggregate materials across multiple project sites and rock quarries. This role involves operating heavy equipment, ensuring workplace safety, and maintaining production targets. The ideal candidate will live within 30 miles of Lhoist Lowell Mine in Ocala and within 30 miles of Center Hill or Webster to provide flexibility in supporting both new and existing quarry locations. If you're a dependable team player with a strong work ethic, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay: Starting at $23-$24+/hour based on experience and skills.
• Hours: Expected 40–55 hours per week, including regular overtime.
• Benefits: Health insurance; 401(k) with company matching; Paid time off for vacation and sick days; 8 paid holidays each year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, wheel loaders, hydraulic hammers, and mobile crusher/screeners.
• Produce high-quality aggregate materials while achieving production targets.
• Perform routine servicing and maintenance on equipment.
• Load materials onto trucks safely and efficiently.
• Follow all MSHA and OSHA workplace safety standards.
• Collaborate with a team of 2–3 operators to ensure smooth and productive operations.
• Maintain compliance with safety and production standards.
• Keep accurate records of operations and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation (required).
• Strong skills in handling excavators, wheel loaders, hydraulic hammers, and mobile crusher/screeners.
• Quarry or mining experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• MSHA training; OSHA 10 Construction training is required (provided if necessary).
• Valid driver’s license (required).
• Reliable, self-motivated, and capable of working well in a team.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Additional Information:

• Mileage reimbursement for commutes exceeding 30 miles from home to a work location.
• Limited overnight travel, with all travel expenses and daily per diem covered.
• Job Type: Full-time.
• Work Location: Multiple sites within central and northern Florida.

If you’re a skilled operator looking for a stable and rewarding role with opportunities for growth, we’d love to have you join our team. Apply today!

About Us:

Miles Ahead Brands (MAB) is a family of like-minded brands committed to raising the standard of service and driving the aggregate transportation industry into the future. A part of the Miles Ahead Brands Family is Statewide Materials. Statewide Materials (SWM) is an aggregate production & distribution company focused on the production & supply of large aggregate (rip rap, armor stone), both limestone & granite. SWM also supplies and delivers a variety of coarse, fine aggregates, and road base. Statewide Materials is all about quality products, service excellence, and lasting relationships.

• Mission: We are a family of brands committed to raising the standard of service in the aggregate distribution industry.
• Vision: Accelerating the world's infrastructure.

Our Values:

• 1% Better, Every Day: Continuous growth is a part of who we are as professionals and people. We are committed to being better today than yesterday, so we are ready for who our organization needs us to be tomorrow.
• Promise & Deliver: Pick up the phone, respond, then get it done. We are reliable in every sense of the word and deliver quality work and customer service no matter our role.
• Find a Way or Make a Way: There is no problem we can't solve. We work together and do hard things to simplify the lives of clients, haulers and each other.
• Candid, but Kind: We tell each other the truth and challenge each other when we don’t agree. We build real relationships rooted in kindness and thoughtfulness.
• Rev it Up: Positive energy fuels us to get us to our vision. Each of us contributes to our culture by bringing consistent energy and passion that ripples through our teams like a fire.