Heavy Equipment Operator - Grade

George Nice & Sons; Toano (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with stock options

Family health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

GNS, Inc. in Virginia is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Grading Division to spread, cut, and level dirt, gravel, and stone to project specs.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of heavy equipment experience with strong fine grading capabilities, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Must be able to work Monday-Saturday on-site across local job sites, with benefits and a sign-on bonus referenced in postings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years operating heavy equipment, with emphasis on fine grading.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent physical stamina and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Fine grade to specifications for earthwork and site development.
• Operate equipment at production pace while following signals from crew.
• Level surfaces to grade, observe stakes and markings for specifications.
• Safe operation and minor maintenance of equipment; assist with traffic control devices.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Fine grading experience

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Job description

Ask about our SIGN ON BONUS!

Heavy Equipment Operator Grading Division

Our Jobs are located between Hampton Roads and Richmond, VA

Must Operate the Following Efficiently:

• Dozers, Excavators, Loaders, Backhoes, Bobcats; Experience with Motor Graders a plus!

The ideal candidate will have experience in operating heavy equipment to spread, cut, and level dirt, gravel, and stone to the job specifications. Must be willing and able to work in team environment.

Major Tasks & Responsibilities

• Fine Grade to specifications in construction and maintenance of earthwork structures, such as highways, streets, temporary roads and site developments.
• Operates equipment at the required production pace while observing reference stakes or hand signals of assisting workers
• Level surface to specified grade-Observe grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications.
• Safely operates machines, performs minor maintenance and up-keep of equipment-Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years' operating heavy equipment specifically FINE GRADING
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Requires extensive physical ability
• Ability to understand and follow verbal communication and written instructions

MUST be able to work Monday - Saturday

Benefits

• 401(k) with Employee Stock Options
• Family Health Insurance coverage (50% Premium PAID by Employer)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance

Drug Testing Required

GNS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. GNS, Inc. complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.