Heavy Equipment Operator (Amherst, NY; Buffalo, NY)

Livingston Associates; Buffalo, Town of Amherst (NY, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned construction company is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators for various experience levels. Successful candidates will operate heavy machinery and adhere to safety protocols. Competitive pay rates are offered based on experience, with opportunities for growth and additional responsibilities in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Consistently arrive on time, demonstrate a positive attitude, and show aptitude to learn.
• Skill evaluation to cover Dozer, Skid loader, small excavator, loader.
• Ability to work independently and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy machinery on commercial site projects.
• Follow safety protocols and work closely with the team.
• Assist with general labor tasks when required.

Skills

Employability traits

Ability to work in a team environment

Experience with GPS System

Safety oriented mindset

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator (Amherst, NY; Buffalo, NY)

We are a family-owned company that values skilled, reliable workers who take pride in their craft. If you're looking for a stable career with growth opportunities, Woodstone Earth Construction is the right place for you!

Position: Heavy Equipment Operator
Company: Woodstone Earth Construction
Schedule: Be willing to work 40 -55 hours during the summer, Monday-Friday

Position Summary:
Heavy Equipment Operators at Woodstone Earth Construction will operate and maintain various types of heavy machinery on commercial site work projects

Pay Structure:
Tier 1: Entry Level- Heavy Equipment Operators (0-2 years of experience)
Pay Rate: $25-$30/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Follow safety protocols and maintain clean and organized workspaces
• Work closely with the team and communicate effectively with supervisors
• Willing to assist with general labor tasks when needed

Qualifications:

• Employability traits- consistently arrive on time/daily positive attitude/good work ethic/willingness to listen/aptitude to learn
• Skill evaluation to take place onsite to set baseline of said discipline: Dozer/Skid loader/small excavator/loader/articulated haul truck
• Willingness to listen and follow direction
• Ability to work in a team environment

Tier 2: Novice/Amateur Heavy Equipment Operator (3-9 years of experience)
Pay Rate: $30-$35/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a 4 point live demo to take place on said discipline to evaluate skill and aptitude: Excavator/Dozer/Loader/Haul Truck
• Clear understanding of task required
• Willingness to mentor and guide less experienced operators
• Understanding of equipment and the basic maintenance of those items

Qualifications:

• Employability traits- consistently arrive on time/daily positive attitude/good work ethic/willingness to listen/aptitude to learn
• Experience with GPS System
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• A high desire to produce a quality product constantly
• Care given to equipment to maintain equipment longevity
• Safety oriented mindset

Tier 3: Advanced Heavy Equipment Operator (10+ years of experience)
Pay Rate: $35-$40/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a 5 point live demo to take place on said discipline to evaluate skill and aptitude: Excavator/Dozer/Grader
• Fluent with GPS Systems/can read civil plans
• A high desire to produce a quality product consistently
• Applying positive leadership skills to motivate the team. Both verbal and in action
• Understanding a manager’s position of production, deadlines, owner, and client demands

Qualifications:

• Employability traits- consistently arrive on time/daily positive attitude/good work ethic/willingness to listen/aptitude to learn
• Strong knowledge of GPS Systems
• Ability to work independently
• Care given to equipment to maintain equipment longevity
• Safety oriented mindset

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