Heavy Equipment Operator

Capital Paving & Construction Llc; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental insurance plans

401K with match

Short/Long term disability

Employee assistance program

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Capital Paving & Construction Llc is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for projects in Central Arkansas. You will operate dozers, backhoes, graders and loaders, while maintaining equipment and safety protocols on site.

The role requires punctuality, strong work ethic, and ability to work with a crew in varying weather conditions. Occasional out-of-town travel and overtime may be required, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel/out of town and work overtime nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently per job specs.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Communicate with foreman and crew to follow daily directives.
• Assist with general labor duties when not operating equipment.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screen.

Skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Strong work ethic

Safety awareness

Tools

Dozer

Backhoe

Grader

Loader

Scraper

Bulldozer

Job description

Capital Paving & Construction is a heavy highway and civil construction company in Arkansas. We are hiring Heavy Equipment Operators for projects in the Central Arkansas area. Must have experience with heavy equipment such as dozers, trac hoes, graders, etc. preferably in a construction environment.These positions are full-time, benefit eligible positions. Capital offers a great benefit package including:Industry Competitive PayHealth, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceSupplemental Insurance Plans401K with matchShort/Long Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program.Employee Referral BonusJOB DUTIES:Operating equipment in a safe and efficient manner under varying weather conditions, while exposed to dampness, fumes, dust, electrical, mechanical and traffic hazards.Operates one or more of the following pieces of heavy construction equipment skillfully, safely, and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations: scrapers, heavy graders, motor graders or blades, large trenchers, rock cutters, front end loaders (four cubic yards and over), heavy steel wheeled rollers, bulldozers and other light weight, medium weight, and heavy-duty equipment.Routine maintenance on the equipment, to include keeping equipment clean and operable.Communicate with foreman and coworkers to the daily job specifications.Perform general labor duties when necessary and work with labor crew when not operating equipment.Operate power driven machinery such as jack hammer, tamper, or other similarly sized equipment.Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary.Work with powered and non-powered hand tools (i.e., rakes, shovels, etc.).Work in a variety of positions throughout the day including standing, stooping, bending at the waist, at waist level, shoulder height and above the head.Experience in the operations of heavy equipmentMust be punctual, have a strong work ethic, and maintain a good attendance record.Must be able to work as a team on all projects.Lift/move up to 50 lbs.Work outdoors in all weather conditions.Work overtime, nights, weekends, as needed.Stand for extended periods of time.Reliable transportationWilling to travel/work out of town.Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.EEO/Employer/Vet/DisabledCapital will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.