Heavy Equipment Operator

Mesa Contracting LLC; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 57,914 - 72,392; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

A construction company in Sherwood, OR is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate heavy machinery for projects in the Portland area. The role offers a competitive wage of $42.04 - $52.55 an hour, and extensive benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in operating machinery, proficiency in earthwork, and utility installation. This full-time position works Monday to Friday, 7 am – 3:30 pm, and requires passing a background check and drug test.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating machinery.
• Earthwork and grading experience.
• Utility installation experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy machinery for construction projects.
• Perform land grading, structure excavations, and utility trench excavations.

Job description

Mesa Contracting, LLC in Sherwood, OR is looking to hire a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy machinery for construction projects throughout the Portland metropolitan area. Do you take pride in the quality of your workmanship? Are you looking for a successful career‑path with a company that values you? If so, please read on!

This heavy machinery position earns a competitive wage of $42.04 - $52.55 an hour, depending on experience. We provide awesome benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, a 401(k) plan, a flexible spending account (FSA), a dependent care account, and paid time off (PTO). If this sounds like the right Heavy Equipment Operator opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT MESA CONTRACTING, LLC

Mesa Contracting is the number one contractor for all civil construction needs. With over 35 years of extensive technical experience, we complete our work safely, on time, and on budget. Our reputation for excellence in delivery, commitment to safety, and strict compliance to standards has earned the trust and respect of contractors, municipalities, and consultants across the region. Our approach to each project and client is always based upon honesty, integrity, and producing the highest quality product available.

Our employees are professionally trained in an array of topics and carry their certifications with pride. In addition, we offer career growth opportunities, generous benefits, and a team‑oriented environment. We wouldn’t have the success we do without our employee’s dedicated efforts, and we strive to show our appreciation in whatever ways we can. If you want to join a successful and cohesive team, look no further!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

In this heavy machinery position, you play an integral role in the successful completion of commercial excavation and utility installation jobs. Operating various equipment, you perform land grading, structure excavations, and utility trench excavations. No matter what type of machinery you’re using, you always put safety first. You find great satisfaction in contributing to our company's success and providing high‑quality results for our customers!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

• 3+ years of experience operating machinery
• Earthwork and grading experience
• Utility installation experience

Are you attentive to safety? Do you handle project deadlines well? Are you a team player with good communication skills? Can you represent our company in a professional manner? If yes, you might just be perfect for this heavy machinery position!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

This full‑time position in construction works Monday‑Friday from 7 am–3:30 pm.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR CONSTRUCTION TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this heavy machinery job, please fill out our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 97140

Must be able to pass a background check. We also conduct pre‑employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.