Heavy Equipment Operator - AUS Airport

Royal Electric Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Family leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Royal Electric Company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for our Austin-based projects, including work at AUS Airport. You will operate backhoes, excavators, skid steers, water trucks and wheel loaders while maintaining safety and efficiency on site.

We value 5+ years of heavy equipment experience, ability to obtain airport badges, and a strong focus on reliability and teamwork. The role follows 8–10 hour shifts Monday through Friday with some Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience with backhoes, excavator, skid steer, water truck and wheel loaders.
• Experience in Water, Sewer, Storm Drain or underground utility fields.
• Knowledge of confined space entry, construction, complex pumping systems and electrical.
• Competent with OSHA excavation requirements.
• Knowledge of construction stakes and grades.
• Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections; maintain daily log.
• Must be eligible for airport badging process.
• 8-10 hour days Monday-Friday, occasional Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment on projects, including AUS Airport work.
• Maintain daily inspections and logs for equipment.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient worksite and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety oriented

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Critical thinking

Deadline driven

Job description

Royal Electric Company wants you to bring your skill and expertise as a Heavy Equipment Operator to us and join our team!!!

Join Team Royal!

Why Royal? At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We believe in transforming the culture of construction, creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to support initiatives like \"Breaking Barriers,\" showcasing the incredible contributions of women in our industry. Breaking Barriers: Women At Work Episode 1

We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time!

We believe in taking care of our team. From comprehensive wellness programs to continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth and well-being.

One Royal Culture Short Story

We have a current opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator for our projects at Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) Airport.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Who you are:

• Safety Oriented - You are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring that both you and your team adhere to safety protocols on the jobsite


• Focused - The small things matter to you. You bring a keen attention to detail.


• Relationship Builder - You work to build trust and relationships at all levels, cultivating collaboration, shared success, and mutual respect


• Critical Thinker - You're willing to be innovative, challenge yourself, and try new things.


• Deadline Driven - You're prepared to put extra effort when it's needed to meet the deadlines that are critical to this industry.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment


• Experience with backhoes, excavator, skid steer, water truck, and wheel loaders


• Must have experience in the Water, Sewer, Storm Drain or underground utility field


• General knowledge of confined space entry, construction, complex pumping systems, electrical


• Competent and knowledgeable relating to OSHA excavation requirements


• Knowledge of construction stakes and grades


• Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections; maintain daily log


• Must be eligible for airport badging process


• 8-10 hour days Monday-Friday, occasional work on Saturdays

Salary Range

• $28.00/hour - $35.00/hour

We offer competitive wages plus benefits and 401(k).

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We utilize E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify Link: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

We promote a drug free workplace.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Royal Electric is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

We promote a drug free workplace.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)


• Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).


• $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)


• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays)


• Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)


• Short Term & Long-Term Disability


• Pet Insurance


• Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly - work related), & Transit


• Pharmacy discounts


• Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)


• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement

Wellness Resources

• Free telehealth


• Health Joy App


• Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation)


• CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team


• Employee Assistance Support


• Hearing Aid discount plan


• Laser VisionCare discount plan

Learning & Development

• Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely


• Professional & Leadership Development Training


• Skill Development Training


• Mentorship Program


• On-The-Job & Classroom Training

Employee Referral Program

We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company's referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!