Heavy Equipment Operator – Civil & Mechanical Utilities

Primoris Services Corporation; Louisiana; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a heavy equipment operator in the Hollis Creek area to support civil and mechanical construction tasks. The role requires safe operation of multiple machine types and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities include inspections, minor repairs, trenching and grading, and assisting with pipelines and utility systems installation. Strong safety practice and ability to work with teams in varying weather are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating heavy civil and mechanical equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; CDL preferred but not required.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing repetitive tasks.
• Strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, backhoes, trenchers.
• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment.
• Maintain and perform minor repairs; report larger issues.
• Dig, backfill, and grade trenches and foundations per specs.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of pipelines and civil infrastructure.
• Load and unload materials; keep logs and reports.
• Follow safety regulations and communicate on site.
• Perform general labor when not operating equipment.

Skills

Equipment operation experience

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a heavy equipment operator in the Hollis Creek area to support civil and mechanical construction tasks. The role requires safe operation of multiple machine types and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities include inspections, minor repairs, trenching and grading, and assisting with pipelines and utility systems installation. Strong safety practice and ability to work with teams in varying weather are essential.