Heavy Equipment Operator - 100% Travel

Spriggs Excavation, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Company-paid long-term disability保险

Voluntary group life insurance

Supplemental insurance through AFLAC

Pet Insurance

Legal Insurance & ID Theft Protection

GSA Per Diem

Matched Retirement

Vacation and Sick Leave

Competitive Pay

6 Paid Holidays

Bonus Program

Job summary

Spriggs Excavation, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator for a full-time, 100% travel role across the central United States. The position requires extensive travel between project sites, with assignments lasting several months in different states.

Compensation is competitive and based on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered. A pre-employment background check and drug test are required before start date.

Qualifications

• English proficiency is mandatory for understanding instructions and safety protocols.
• Willingness to labor and support the crew on site.
• 3 years’ experience operating heavy earthmoving equipment (grader, scraper, dozer, excavator).
• 1 year of related equipment operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Daily machine inspection and maintenance checks; report issues immediately.
• Safely operate machinery and adapt to changing environments and weather.
• Read grade stakes and use GPS for grade control and finishing.
• Manage materials efficiently across excavation, loading, grading, and utilities installation.

Skills

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Tools

GPS systems

Job description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

This position is full time and 100% travel within the central United States. Location: 100% Travel

Salary Range: $25.00-$30.00 DOE

Spriggs Excavation is recruiting for a full-time, 100% travel position. This role requires continuous travel to project sites across multiple states based on business needs and project schedules. Employees in this position should expect to be assigned to one location for an extended period—such as several months at a time—before transitioning to another project in a different state. For example, an assignment may begin in Texas, then move to Colorado, and later transition to New Mexico. Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to work wherever projects are located are essential requirements of this role.

At Spriggs Excavation, Inc., we don’t just dig the dirt—we redefine it. Our mission is to deliver top-notch results, safely, powered by our all-star team. With over 20 years of stellar performance, we’ve built a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety that’s anything but ordinary. Operating across the Rocky Mountains to the Midwest, we leverage cutting-edge technology and seasoned expertise in mass excavation, renewable energy, electrical substations, remediation, and residential projects. Having moved over two million cubic yards of dirt in a single project, we demonstrate our ability to tackle even the most demanding assignments. We take pride in our diverse culture and core values of Safety, Teamwork, Professionalism, Accountability, and Integrity, which we live every day. These values guide our work and help us continue delivering exceptional results.

Description

Spriggs Excavation is a General Civil Contractor operating primarily in the Rocky Mountain, Western, and Midwest regions. We utilize state-of-the‑art technology and an experienced team to specialize in electrical substation, renewable energy, and residential excavation projects. We have demonstrated our commitment to quality, performance, and safety with over 15 years of superior performance. We live our Core Values: Safety, Teamwork, Professionalism, Accountability, and Integrity.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Spriggs Excavation, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for an experienced operator to join our team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy equipment operation, be safety focused, motivated, and driven. We are offering a competitive salary based on experience, along with an outstanding benefits package. This is the perfect opportunity to build a career at a thriving construction firm. Spriggs Excavation values individuals with a positive attitude, a good work ethic and a desire to be part of a great team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily machine inspection, check fluids, wear parts, tires, glass, and general condition of the machinery assigned to use. Report issues and maintenance required immediately.
• SAFELY and productively operate machinery assigned. Adapt to changing environment including traffic, soil conditions and weather.
• Utilize GPS systems, read and understand grade stakes, hubs for grade control, and finishing.
• Manage materials efficiently whether excavating, loading, placing materials, grading, or installing utilities.

Qualifications/Job Requirements

• Must be willing to labor and help the crew.
• 3 years’ experience operating heavy earthmoving equipment (motor grader, scraper, dozer, excavator)
• 1 year of industry specific related equipment operation experience.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, clients, contractors, and vendors etc.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is a mandatory requirement for this role, as it is essential for understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and participating in team communications.

What we Offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary group life insurance
• Supplemental insurance through AFLAC
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance & ID Theft Protection
• GSA Per Diem
• Matched Retirement
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Competitive Pay
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program

Prior to your start date, we require successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test.