Heavy Equipment Operator — Construction & Safety Focus

Overland Contracting Inc.; Wimauma (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Overland Contracting Inc. seeks an Operator Equipment - Heavy to operate heavy construction machinery on site in Florida. The role requires handling various machines, performing routine maintenance, and adhering to safety standards on critical infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates hold NCCER certifications, have 3+ years of operator experience, and possess a valid CDL when required. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and delivering quality results on busy sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years or 6,000 hours of equipment operator experience.
• Must have Medical Examiner's Certificate on file before operation.
• Commercial driver's license is required when operating on public roads.

Responsibilities

• Operate gasoline, diesel, pneumatic or electric powered equipment per project specs.
• Perform light maintenance and document maintenance logs.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew signals and move loads safely.
• Check fuel levels and ensure proper equipment support and safety compliance.
• Follow safety rules, report hazards, and participate in pre-job safety discussions.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations

NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction

NCCER Rigger

NCCER Site Layout

Job description

Overland Contracting Inc. seeks an Operator Equipment - Heavy to operate heavy construction machinery on site in Florida. The role requires handling various machines, performing routine maintenance, and adhering to safety standards on critical infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates hold NCCER certifications, have 3+ years of operator experience, and possess a valid CDL when required. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and delivering quality results on busy sites.