Heavy Equipment Operator: Earth-Moving & Grading Pro

Orion Marine Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Orion Marine Group is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator to move construction materials and prepare job sites in Houston, TX. The role requires operating excavation and loading machines, bulldozers, trenchers, and graders, with long shifts and possible weekend work.

Candidates should have at least three years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. The company emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and compliance with all safety policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience operating earth-moving equipment.
• Understanding of construction principles and procedures required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fastens attachments (graders, buckets, rollers) to tractors with hitch-pins.
• Operates earth-moving equipment.
• Performs inspections before and after daily operations.
• Greases parts as recommended by manufacturer.
• Maintains equipment per manufacturer guidelines.
• Checks equipment functions.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes basic repairs.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly to supervisors.
• Maintains equipment and tools for longevity.
• Maintains confidentiality of company information.

Skills

Earth-moving equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Orion Marine Group is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator to move construction materials and prepare job sites in Houston, TX. The role requires operating excavation and loading machines, bulldozers, trenchers, and graders, with long shifts and possible weekend work.

Candidates should have at least three years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. The company emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and compliance with all safety policies.