Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavation & Grading Pro

Overland Contracting Inc.; Bridge City (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch Family of Companies is seeking an Operator Equipment - Heavy to operate multiple power construction machines on a Bridge City, LA project. You will follow safety rules, perform light maintenance, and maintain logs while coordinating with crew for efficient, safe material handling.

The role requires NCCER certifications and a valid CDL when on public roads; candidates must be 18+ with 3+ years experience in operating gear and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years or 6,000 hours of operating equipment.
• Commercial driver’s license required when operating on public roads.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operate power construction equipment (e.g., track loader, dozer, backhoe, excavator, grader) per project specs.
• Perform routine maintenance and document logs; conduct daily equipment inspections.
• Coordinate actions with crew, load and move dirt or materials, and ensure safe operation.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations

NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction

NCCER Rigger

NCCER Site Layout

Job description

Black & Veatch Family of Companies is seeking an Operator Equipment - Heavy to operate multiple power construction machines on a Bridge City, LA project. You will follow safety rules, perform light maintenance, and maintain logs while coordinating with crew for efficient, safe material handling.

The role requires NCCER certifications and a valid CDL when on public roads; candidates must be 18+ with 3+ years experience in operating gear and a strong safety mindset.