Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavation & Utilities

Primoris Services Corporation; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation seeks an Operator Dominion to safely operate heavy equipment on construction and utility projects, performing excavation, trenching, backfilling, and material handling.

You will conduct pre-operation checks, read blueprints, coordinate with crews, and maintain clean, compliant worksites while adhering to safety policies; CDL may be required for certain roles and a valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required for certain roles.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (excavators, backhoes, dozers, trenchers, loaders, compactors) safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-operation safety checks and routine maintenance.
• Read blueprints and project documents to ensure accurate execution.
• Dig trenches, excavate foundations, and grade terrain per specs and safety rules.
• Load/unload materials and communicate with supervisors on site.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and assist with manual tasks as needed.
• Troubleshoot minor malfunctions and report major issues.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Primoris Services Corporation seeks an Operator Dominion to safely operate heavy equipment on construction and utility projects, performing excavation, trenching, backfilling, and material handling.

You will conduct pre-operation checks, read blueprints, coordinate with crews, and maintain clean, compliant worksites while adhering to safety policies; CDL may be required for certain roles and a valid driver’s license is needed.