Heavy Equipment Operator (DC Operator License)

ZipRecruiter; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the Mid-Atlantic Region seeks skilled operators for various equipment and trucks used in construction and maintenance. The ideal candidate will ensure safety compliance, operate machinery effectively, and be a team player. Competitive benefits and a commitment to quality and integrity are core to this role.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

401k Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

DC Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators, backhoes, and skid steer loaders.
• Ability to navigate utilities and operate equipment in city environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with regulations.
• Operate equipment safely and report safety hazards.
• Excavate through various materials and read plans.

Skills

Team Player

Ability to Follow Instructions

Education

DC Operator's License

Tools

Excavator

Backhoe

Skid Steer Loader

Job description

Job Description

Operates a variety of equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities, and performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of underground utilities.

Anchor Construction Corporation offers a competitive salary, paid holidays, 401k retirement plan, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, an employee assistance program, DC commuter benefits, and voluntary insurances such as long-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage, and whole life insurance.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA, state regulations, and all safety policies and procedures.
• Report any problems and/or safety hazards to your foreman or, in their absence, the crew lead, superintendent, or safety officer.
• Use skills acquired through experience to excavate through sand, soil, dirt, rock, and earth.
• Able to read and understand plans and blueprints.
• Navigate equipment within city confines, around utilities.
• Operate equipment safely using all features and functions.
• Be willing to be a team player.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience operating an excavator, backhoe, skid steer loader.
• Ability to navigate through utilities and operate equipment in a city environment.
• Maintain and abide by all safety requirements.
• Ability to follow basic instructions in English.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Possess a DC Operator's License.
• Ability to pass a physical exam (e.g., DOT).
• Ability to travel to various work locations, including outside the region.
• Inspect equipment prior to work, including greasing as required by the manufacturer.
• Willing to drive rubber-tire equipment from yard to work sites.
• May be required to wear special clothing.

Anchor Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Anchor Construction Corporation offers a competitive salary, paid holidays, 401k retirement plan, life insurance, and voluntary insurances such as long-term disability.

About Anchor

Anchor Construction Corporation is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region's most respected and leading self-performing utility and infrastructure firms, delivering superior solutions for public agencies, utilities, and businesses throughout Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. Anchor offers construction services in various markets including bridges, utilities, and green infrastructure. The company employs over 450 professionals.

The Anchor Way

Anchor creates partnerships that produce innovative, cost-effective, and quality construction projects that exceed customer expectations in a safe environment.

Core Values

Safety, quality, integrity, and teamwork are at the core of everything we do—every shift, every day.