Heavy Equipment Operator - Aggregate & Roadwork

CRH; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 74,677,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Medical, dental, disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Diverse culture with growth

Job summary

United Companies, a CRH Company, seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator for our Grand Junction operations. You will safely and efficiently operate loaders, backhoes, track hoes, and related machinery, supporting surface mining and general construction activities in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18, and pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check. CDL is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous heavy equipment operation experience or training preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.
• Keep time and material records.
• Knowledge of aggregate sizes and load weights.
• Travel from interstate highway to rural dirt roads.
• Assist Laborer at various job sites as needed.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Following instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL License

Job description

United Companies, a CRH Company, seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator for our Grand Junction operations. You will safely and efficiently operate loaders, backhoes, track hoes, and related machinery, supporting surface mining and general construction activities in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18, and pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check. CDL is preferred but not required.