Heavy Equipment Operator: Excavation & Site Prep Pro

Christman Company; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Northern Virginia. The role requires 3–5 years of equipment operating experience in construction, including 1–3 years in excavation, and may require a CDL, HAZWOPER, OSHA 30, and First Aid/CPR certifications. Pay ranges from $35.00 to $45.00 per hour.

The position emphasizes safe operation, site preparation, daily equipment inspections, and adherence to PPE and OSHA regulations. Pre-employment screening applies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years equipment operating experience in construction, including 1–3 years excavation.
• Equivalent combination of above education, training and experience acceptable.
• CDL preferred.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training with current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher.
• OSHA 30-hour training and First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment in a safe and appropriate manner to mitigate risk of injury and property damage.
• Drives and controls equipment to complete tasks; coordinates with partners to prepare job sites.
• Maintains safe ground and slope conditions; ensures adequate distance from other equipment and people.
• Performs daily pre-inspection and ongoing maintenance checks; addresses issues with supervisor as needed.
• Loads and unloads equipment; notifies supervisor of maintenance needs.
• Completes required reports and paperwork related to equipment use; troubleshoots basic issues as needed.
• Communicates clearly via phone or radio using signals.
• May remain seated for prolonged periods while operating the equipment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL

HAZWOPER training (40-hour) with 8-hour refresher

OSHA 30-hour training

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Northern Virginia. The role requires 3–5 years of equipment operating experience in construction, including 1–3 years in excavation, and may require a CDL, HAZWOPER, OSHA 30, and First Aid/CPR certifications. Pay ranges from $35.00 to $45.00 per hour.

The position emphasizes safe operation, site preparation, daily equipment inspections, and adherence to PPE and OSHA regulations. Pre-employment screening applies.