Heavy Equipment Operator

The Contractor Consultants; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick leave

Job summary

The Contractor Consultants in Swedesboro, NJ, is seeking a Lead Heavy Equipment Operator to perform precision earthmoving and site preparation. You will drive a bulldozer, read grading plans, and set grades with laser equipment, ensuring groundworks meet exact specifications.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, a full-time schedule, and a family-owned team environment with strong pay and site safety emphasis.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A driver's license.
• Extensive hands-on bulldozer experience.
• Ability to read and execute site grading plans.
• Skill in shooting grades with laser equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bulldozer with high precision for subgrading and final grading.
• Read and interpret grading plans to meet specifications.
• Set up and shoot site grades using laser equipment.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and maintenance for safety.
• Assist with septic system and water/sewer earthwork as needed.
• Collaborate with site teams to complete prep on schedule.

Skills

Bulldozer operation

Subgrading

Final grading

Laser-grade shooting

Reading grading plans

Site safety inspections

Tools

Laser level equipment

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator – Lead Earthmoving and Site Preparation

Job Overview

• Salary/Pay Rate: $35 to $47 per hour (based on experience)
• Location: Swedesboro, NJ
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: General Construction, Earthmoving & Site Preparation
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: CDL A drivers license

The Opportunity

You will serve as a lead heavy equipment operator, executing precision earthmoving and site grading for dynamic construction projects. Working with a supportive, family-owned business, you will enjoy top-tier pay and hands-off operational trust. Your expertise with heavy machinery will set the foundational groundwork for company-wide success.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Operate a bulldozer with high precision to execute subgrading and final grading across project sites.
• Read and interpret detailed grading plans to ensure all site dimensions align with specifications.
• Set up and shoot site grades accurately using laser level equipment.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and maintenance to maintain optimal job site safety.
• Assist field operations with septic system installation and water/sewer utility work as needed.
• Collaborate closely with site teams to deliver finished site prep on schedule and within parameters.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Valid CDL A drivers license.
• Extensive, hands-on experience operating a bulldozer.
• Proven capability to perform subgrading and final grading on active job sites.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and execute site grading plans.
• Technical skill in shooting grades using laser equipment.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 10 years of related heavy equipment operation experience.
• Prior experience with septic systems and water/sewer utility earthwork.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $35 to $47 per hour.
• Consistent weekly pay cycle.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid Time Off including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

About Us

We are a family-owned and operated general construction company serving residential and commercial clients. We value driven, passionate workers and foster a hands-off environment that recognizes and rewards high performance.

We are a Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.