Heavy Equipment Operator (Evergreen - BHL)

Brice Civil Constructors Inc.; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work onsite in Tomball, Texas. The role involves operating various heavy construction equipment safely and effectively while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have a high school diploma, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and the ability to pass background screenings. This role promotes efficiency and requires a commitment to safety standards while working on key transportation and utility projects in the region.

Qualifications

• Must have 5 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Ability to pass drug, driving (if applicable) and background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Drive and maneuver all types of heavy construction equipment.
• Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Comply with all safety requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of materials and terms in construction

Ability to operate heavy construction equipment

Experience with reading plans

Strong self-motivation and work ethic

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grader

Excavator

Rubber tire loader

Job description

Brice Highway LLC

Regular

Overview

*This is an evergreen position, meaning we accept applications year-round and review them on a rolling basis as new opportunities become available.*

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we’re part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You’ll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight‑knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self‑determination for Alaska’s Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does Brice Highway LLC do?

Brice Highway specializes in vertical and horizontal construction, supporting transportation and utility projects that stand the test of time. Our design‑build delivery methods bring together team members with diverse backgrounds and skills, creating an environment where mentorships form naturally and where your contributions are visible in the completed projects that people depend on daily.

Brice Highway is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect?

As the Heavy Equipment Operator, you will work onsite in Houston, TX and surrounding areas and will be expected to be proficient with the operations of all types of heavy construction equipment. You will drive, maneuver, and control the heavy machinery used to construct roads, bridges, buildings, and other structures. You will safely use machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at construction sites with minimal direct supervision. Commitment to workplace safety is a must.

How will you do it?

• Drive and maneuver all types of heavy construction equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Cut and maintain slope or grade as called out in project plans.
• Follow project plans and instructions by the Foreman and Superintendent.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• Load and haul all types of construction machinery, including tanks and skids.
• Account and report daily activity and maintain accurate and complete work records.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Communicate well over the phone and on the radio.
• Comply with all safety requirements and participate in safety meetings.
• Stay focused and complete tasks, safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the supervisor.
• Ensure company equipment is stored in a safe manner.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• All around knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in the construction field.
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their uses, repair and maintenance, and practical applications.
• Follow and comply with all site equipment signs and traffic regulations laid out by project management.
• Experience with reading plans and understanding tasks at hand.
• Ability to operate all construction heavy power equipment. Specifically, grader, dozer with ripper, excavator, and rubber tire loader.
• Experience in all aspects of construction equipment and in civil and heavy civil construction specifically earthworks.
• Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Ability to participate in group meetings, take directions from supervisor(s) and other crew members, high degree of attention to detail, follow work rules, and adhere to project schedule.
• Ability to actively listen and follow instructions.
• Ability to work productively under pressure and to pay attention to the details of a project or task.
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule sometimes including weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Five (5) years experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Ability to pass drug, driving (if applicable) and background screenings.