Heavy Equipment Operator: Build Roads & Utilities

Kiewit-Corporation-cba042a0; Gail (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation in Texas is seeking a construction equipment operator to perform maintenance and repair on roads and rights‑of‑way, operating heavy vehicles and equipment on varied surfaces.

Responsibilities include loading materials, trenching for culverts, checking fluid levels, inspecting equipment, and training others in safe operation while complying with safety and project rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; prior field experience preferred.
• Ability to operate and maintain construction equipment safely.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and large heavy equipment to maintain roads and rights-of-way.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Check and maintain fluid levels and lubrication of equipment.
• Instruct and train coworkers in safe operation of equipment and techniques.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify defects.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Reading and following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in field or related area

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Kiewit Corporation in Texas is seeking a construction equipment operator to perform maintenance and repair on roads and rights‑of‑way, operating heavy vehicles and equipment on varied surfaces.

Responsibilities include loading materials, trenching for culverts, checking fluid levels, inspecting equipment, and training others in safe operation while complying with safety and project rules.