Heavy Equipment Operator

MEB; Rockville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Virginia seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate machines such as excavators and bulldozers across various projects. Candidates should bring at least five years of relevant experience, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in diverse conditions. The role prioritizes safety and quality standards throughout the workday.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience safely operating heavy equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor in various conditions.
• Good housekeeping standards and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in industrial settings and on roads.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery.
• Assist other crafts while equipment is idle.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Ability to read blueprints

Effective communication

Knowledge in site grading

Manual labor capabilities

Tools

Excavator

Dump truck

Loader

Backhoe

Tamper

Water truck

Bulldozer

Job description

Our team is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy equipment including, but not limited to excavator, dump truck, loader, backhoe, tamper, water truck, and bulldozer in support of our various construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. To succeed, you must ensure that you are living by MEB’s core values on the project every day and that quality, health, and safety standards onsite are your top priority.

If you are a hardworking, safety conscious operator that is committed to performing quality work and doing your part to ensure the successful completion of our projects then we’d like to meet you!

Core Areas of Responsibility

• Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing work inside industrial facilities, on roads and in right-of-ways including excavating, loading, hauling, and dumping.
• Load gravel, dirt, and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Excavate trenches and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Install various forms of trench and excavation shoring systems including trench boxes, sheets, plates, and hydraulic shoring.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment while in the field.
• Evaluate lifting capacities of equipment & rigging versus weights of lifted materials.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure prime operability.
• Assist other crafts when equipment is not in use.
• Five (5) years of experience safely operating equipment such as excavators, dump truck, loader, trackhoe, backhoe, tamper, water truck and bulldozer.
• Ability to read, understand and follow survey markings, blueprints, diagrams, and grades and instructions from supervisors.
• Knowledge in utility and site grading/construction and the ability to judge distances and slopes accurately.
• Able to perform manual labor in all types of environments and conditions, including heavy lifting (in excess of 50 lbs.) for an 8 – 10-hour workday.
• Interpersonal competencies that include a drive for results, effective oral communication skills, organization, planning, trust, respect, dependability and cooperation.
• Good housekeeping standards and ability to observe safety procedures and report any potentially unsafe conditions to management.

Additional Requirements

• 18 years of Age
• Able to Pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• If assigned to a government project, US citizenship and clear background check may be required.
• Experience installing underground piping required.

Additional Requirements for Craftworkers

• Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every workday (driver's license not required)
• Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
• May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities)

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.