Heavy Equipment Operator

Bituminous Roadways, Inc.; Prior Lake, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & pension benefits

Wellness program TEAM EAP

PTO (ESST) program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. in Prior Lake, MN is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators, loaders, bulldozers, and related machinery on-site. You will perform earthmoving, grading, and material placement while upholding strict safety and quality standards.

The role requires a valid driver's license (CDL a plus), willingness to work extended hours, and reliability as part of a union shop with competitive benefits and paid training.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in construction or related industries.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to work extended hours, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• Strong team player; reliable and on-time.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, skid steers, and similar machinery.
• Perform earthmoving, trenching, grading, loading, and material placement activities as directed.
• Inspect equipment before, during, and after use; report mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Follow all safety procedures, traffic control plans, and site-specific rules.
• Complete required documentation and equipment logs as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team player

Punctual & reliable

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bituminous Roadways, Inc.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Prior Lake, MN 55372

Salary: 29.29 - 47.24 USD / HOUR

Department: Materials

Work Location: Prior Lake, MN

Job type:Full-Time

Pay Type / Range:

Journeyman Union Scale (Cat 2 - 6). Range $29.29 - 47.24 per hour (based on experience and/or size and type of equipment) (This pay range is a good-faith estimate of compensation for this role.)

Union Benefits & Additional Information:

• Health & Welfare Benefits and Pension would all remain through your union.
• As a salaried employee, you will be a non-bargaining union member.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through TEAM EAP.
• PTO (ESST) Program covering all time away from work.
• Referral bonuses – earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.

Job Summary:The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy machinery to support construction, excavation, material handling, and site preparation activities. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, equipment care, and teamwork while performing work in accordance with company policies, project specifications, and applicable regulations.

Other Requirements: All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test. References may also be checked.We participate in E-Verify.

Job Duties & Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, skid steers, articulated dump trucks, and similar machinery.
• Perform earthmoving, trenching, grading, loading, and material placement activities as directed.
• Inspect equipment before, during, and after use to ensure safe operation and report mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks such as greasing, fueling, and cleaning equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures, traffic control plans, and site‑specific rules.
• Read and interpret basic plans, grade stakes, and verbal or written instructions.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, spotters, laborers, and other team members.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings to avoid hazards to people, utilities, structures, and equipment.
• Complete required documentation, inspections, or equipment logs as assigned.
• Support jobsite housekeeping and assist with manual labor as needed.
• Follow company and industry safety standards and procedures at all times.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment in construction, excavation, or related industries.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL is a plus but not required).
• Willingness to work extended hours, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• High school education or GED equivalent.
• Strong team player
• Reliable and on‑time.

Live up to our company Core Values:

• Safety- Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
• Quality- Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future. Quality leads to consistency. Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
• Respect- Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace.
• Integrity- Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation. Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
• Commitment- Commitment is the bond employee’s share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality. Commitment shows and can be contagious.

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work. Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

More reasons to join BR:

• Family owned and operated
• Paid Training
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within
• No out of town jobs / home every night
• Family Oriented – Annual events

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is committed to building a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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