Heavy Equipment Operator

Capital; Springfield, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term & Long-term disability

Job summary

Capital Paving and Construction seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator in Springfield, MO. Responsibilities include safe operation of dozers, graders, scrapers, and related equipment, plus routine maintenance and communication with the team. Must be able to work outdoors in all weather and lift up to 50 lbs. CDL is a plus; travel may be required.

Full-time, benefit-eligible position with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits. Prior heavy equipment experience is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment required.
• Punctual, strong work ethic and good attendance.
• Ability to work as part of a team on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently under varying conditions.
• Use scrapers, heavy graders, motor graders, blades and other heavy gear as directed.
• Perform routine maintenance and keep equipment clean.
• Communicate daily job specifications with foreman and coworkers.
• Operate powered and non-powered hand tools as needed.
• Be flexible to take on other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Dozers operation

Skid Steers operation

Graders operation

Education

Class A CDL (preferred)

Truck driver training (optional)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: CPC Springfield, MO - Springfield, MO 65804Position Type: Full TimeCapital Paving and Construction is looking to fill several Heavy Equipment Operator positions based in the Springfield, MO area. Experience in the operation of Dozers, Skid Steers, and Graders is required. These are full-time benefit eligible positions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner under varying weather conditions, while exposed to dampness, fumes, dust, electrical, mechanical and traffic hazards
• Operate 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 regarding the daily job specifications.
• 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
• Perform general labor duties when necessary

REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in the operations of heavy equipment
• Must be punctual, have a strong work ethic, and maintain a good attendance record.
• Must be able to work as a team on all projects
• Class A CDL is a plus.
• 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 transportation
• Willing to travel/work out of town
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check

This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance and short and long-term disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Capital 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.