Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavation

Thornapple Excavating, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

100% paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Year-end bonuses

Company events and outings

Referral bonus

Job summary

A prominent commercial excavating firm in Grand Rapids is seeking a Dozer Operator. This role involves operating heavy equipment efficiently, performing maintenance, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience and a strong understanding of excavation and earthwork. This position offers a day shift schedule with overtime opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Firm understanding of grades and commercial earthwork.
• Comfortable working in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a dozer or other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and understand blueprints for site plans.
• Perform general maintenance on equipment.

Job description

Overview

Position: Dozer Operator. Location: Grand Rapids, MI. FT / PT Status: Full-Time.

Who is Thornapple Excavating? Thornapple Excavating has, over the last 40 years, expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

Responsibilities

• Operate a dozer, excavator, or other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to operate proficiently and at a “finish grade” level.
• Read and understand blueprints to understand the site plan.
• Set up rotary lasers and use for site grading.
• Communicate with site supervisor or foreman about the site-specific specifications or requirements or general plans.
• Communicate with laborers, truck drivers, and other employees to help keep the site running safely and efficiently.
• Perform general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily.
• Clean and maintain equipment inside and out.
• Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day.
• Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating a different piece of equipment or helping laborers when a situation demands it.
• Knowledge and understanding of commercial excavating and grades.
• Consistently show up on time and ready to work.
• Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must have a firm understanding of grades and commercial earthwork.
• Prior experience with operating GPS is encouraged, but not required.
• Ability to perform your work with limited direction / supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment.

• Comfortable working in a high-stress environment.
• Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.
• Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic.

Experience

• 1-5 years excavation (preferred) or construction experience operating heavy equipment

Tools & Equipment

• Involves the operation of small equipment and tools, including:
• Pavement breakers and jackhammers
• Cement, plaster, and mortar mixers
• Saws

Benefits Our Employees Enjoy

• 401(k) with company match
• 100% paid company paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Year-end bonuses
• Company events and outings
• Referral bonus

Schedule

• Day shift with OT opportunity
• Monday - Friday, no weekends
• Work Location - 50 mile radius of Grand Rapids, MI

Education

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)