Heavy Equipment Operator - 100% Travel

Spriggs Excavation, Inc.; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

AFLAC Insurance

Pet Insurance

ID Theft Protection

Retirement Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Bonus Program

GSA Per Diem

Job summary

Spriggs Excavation, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator for a full-time position with 100% travel across the central United States. The role involves operating heavy earthmoving equipment and adapting to varying sites in multiple states, including Texas, Colorado, and New Mexico.

A competitive salary is offered based on experience along with a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, motivated, and able to work effectively with diverse teams

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience operating heavy earthmoving equipment (motor grader, scraper, dozer, excavator).
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory for understanding work instructions and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Daily machine inspection and fluid checks; report maintenance.
• Safely operate assigned machinery; adapt to traffic, soil conditions and weather.
• Use GPS, read grade stakes, and finish grading.
• Move and place materials efficiently during excavation and utilities work.

Skills

Heavy Equipment

English Proficiency

Safety Focus

Team Player

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 locatedare essential requirements of thisrole.

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.