Heavy Equipment Operator

Building Ventures; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Travel opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Safety support

Job summary

Building Ventures in Texas City is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator to move between job sites across the United States. You will operate scrapers, dozers, excavators, rollers and loaders, using GPS grade control to meet production targets.

The role requires 2+ years of field experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass DOT medical and drug tests. Per diem travel is provided with overtime opportunities on extended projects and safety is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years operating heavy earthmoving equipment on civil construction projects.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug test.
• Ability to travel nationwide for multi-week assignments.
• English proficiency for reading plans and safety communications.

Responsibilities

• Operate scrapers, dozers, excavators, rollers and loaders safely and efficiently on earthmoving and civil construction sites.
• Use GPS grade control, blade work and machine controls to meet grade and production targets.
• Perform daily pre- and post-shift equipment inspections; report defects and complete basic maintenance.
• Follow site safety plans, enforce PPE and lockout/tagout procedures, and attend site-specific safety briefings.
• Adapt to different jobsite conditions and crew assignments; keep accurate equipment logs and job reports.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS/grade-control systems

Safety compliance

Plan reading

Tools

GPS grade-control systems

Job description

About this roleJoin a crew of experienced operators running scrapers, dozers, excavators, rollers and loaders on projects across the United States. This is a per diem travel position for operators who are ready to move between job sites, work long days when needed, and get the job done safely and efficiently. You'll operate a range of earthmoving machines, use GPS/grade-control and blade work, perform daily inspections and light maintenance, and adapt quickly to changing site conditions. Travel, a strong work ethic, and a focus on safety are required.What you'll doOperate scrapers, dozers, excavators, rollers and loaders safely and efficiently on earthmoving and civil construction sitesUse GPS grade control, blade work and machine controls to meet grade and production targetsPerform daily pre- and post-shift equipment inspections; report defects and complete basic maintenanceFollow site safety plans, enforce PPE and lockout/tagout procedures, and attend site-specific safety briefingsAdapt to different jobsite conditions and crew assignments; keep accurate equipment logs and job reportsWhat we're looking forProven experience operating scrapers, dozers, excavators, rollers and loaders on civil construction or earthmoving projectsWillingness to travel nationwide for multi-week assignments; flexible schedule to meet project needsAbility to read basic plans, follow grade stakes and use GPS/grade-control systemsStrong focus on safety and ability to enforce site safety proceduresBasic mechanical skills for routine equipment maintenance and inspectionsValid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background checkQualificationsValid driver's license and clean driving recordAbility to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug testMinimum 2 years operating heavy earthmoving equipment (scraper/dozer/excavator/roller/loader)Familiarity with GPS/grade-control systems and blade work; equipment operator certification preferred (NCCER or manufacturer certs)English proficiency for reading plans and safety communicationsWhat we offerPer diem provided for travel assignmentsConsistent travel work nationwide with multi-site project opportunitiesHands-on experience with GPS/grade-control and modern blade/dozer systemsOvertime opportunities on extended projectsStable assignments with clear day-to-day duties and safety supportReady to apply?Build your profile. Sam gets you in front of contractors hiring for your trade.ApplyJobs find youSkillit connects craft workers directly with contractors hiring for your trade. No resumes, no chasing listings. Build your profile once and let jobs find you.Get discovered automatically: Contractors search for talent like you every day.No more chasing listings: Skillit surfaces your profile when a job matches your skills and certs.Sam does the legwork: Your craft hiring assistant works 24/7 to connect you with active hiring contractors.