Heavy Equipment Operator – Construction (Travel Paid)

GHD; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking entry-level Laborer/Equipment Operators for our Construction group to support dirt work projects across the U.S. The role includes operating various heavy equipment (e.g., skid steer, dozer, excavator) and performing manual labor as needed, with a focus on safety and quality.

Travel is required on a rotational basis (onsite for 3 weeks, home for a weekend, then back onsite). GHD covers travel, lodging, and per diem.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of experience operating various medium-size equipment.
• Basic operation of equipment such as dozer, loader, excavator, roller/compactor, grader, Marsh Master.
• Ability to read and use tape measures and levels.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium equipment at high caliber of quality.
• Safely operate equipment to meet daily production goals.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks on all operated equipment and vehicles.
• Provide manual labor with hand and power tools when needed.
• Read and interpret engineered drawings/plans.
• Assist Superintendent and foreperson to ensure high-quality final product.
• Complete quarterly and yearly Safety Reporting Forms (STEPs, UA/UC/SW).

Skills

Equipment operation

Tape measures

Levels

Job description

GHD is seeking entry-level Laborer/Equipment Operators for our Construction group to support dirt work projects across the U.S. The role includes operating various heavy equipment (e.g., skid steer, dozer, excavator) and performing manual labor as needed, with a focus on safety and quality.

Travel is required on a rotational basis (onsite for 3 weeks, home for a weekend, then back onsite). GHD covers travel, lodging, and per diem.