Heavy Equipment Operator - Civil Site Development

B&S Site Development LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

B&S Site Development is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other machinery on our Virginia projects. You will prepare sites, excavate trenches with precision, and coordinate with crews to keep utilities installations moving on schedule.

You will follow site safety protocols, inspect and fuel equipment, perform routine maintenance, and report incidents to the foreman.

Qualifications

• Operate heavy equipment safely including excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers and similar gear.
• Precisely excavate trenches for utilities and assist in storm/water/sewer work.
• Follow site safety protocols and report injuries or hazards promptly.
• Communicate with crew to clarify project specs and plan tasks.
• Inspect, fuel and perform routine maintenance on equipment; maintain readiness for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other heavy equipment
• Excavate trenches for utility installation with precision
• Assist crews in storm, water, and sewer pipe installation
• Always follow site safety protocols
• Maneuver heavy equipment to ensure accurate material removal/placement
• Prepare construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation
• Load/offload rocks, debris, and materials from equipment
• Observe safety codes
• Communicate with coworkers to clarify project specs
• Report injuries and accidents to Foreman/Superintendent
• Review daily schedules and plan task execution
• Inform Foreman about upgrades, repairs, and replacements
• Inspect and fuel vehicle prior to shift
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Trench excavation

Pipe installation assistance

Safety protocols

Material removal/placement

Site prep

Material handling

Safety codes

Team communication

Incident reporting

Task planning

Foreman liaison

Vehicle inspection

Maintenance

Flexibility

Job description

B&S Site Development is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other machinery on our Virginia projects. You will prepare sites, excavate trenches with precision, and coordinate with crews to keep utilities installations moving on schedule.

You will follow site safety protocols, inspect and fuel equipment, perform routine maintenance, and report incidents to the foreman.