Heavy Equipment Operator — Earth & Utility Projects

Elite Surface Infrastructure; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement plan & 401(k)匹配

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Elite Surface Infrastructure in Colorado Springs seeks an Earth and Utility Heavy Equipment Operator to operate power construction equipment including graders and backhoes to excavate, move and grade earth on infrastructure projects. The role requires prior experience and strict safety adherence.

You will follow site plans, communicate with crew, perform basic maintenance, and support project goals while working Monday–Friday with weather-dependent variations.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• Experience: 3 years related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate power construction equipment (e.g., scraper, motor graders, backhoes, bulldozers) to excavate, move, and grade earth.
• Locate underground services prior to beginning work.
• Load and move earth materials and operate equipment to grade and level surfaces.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew signals and owner/GC requirements.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and check fuel at sites.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Ability to commute/relocate

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Elite Surface Infrastructure in Colorado Springs seeks an Earth and Utility Heavy Equipment Operator to operate power construction equipment including graders and backhoes to excavate, move and grade earth on infrastructure projects. The role requires prior experience and strict safety adherence.

You will follow site plans, communicate with crew, perform basic maintenance, and support project goals while working Monday–Friday with weather-dependent variations.