Heavy Equipment Operator (Grade Crew) - Brunswick, GA

Colas USA; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team in Brunswick, GA. This role emphasizes safety and efficiency in operating heavy machinery for various construction projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards. As part of a company that values its employees, you'll enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health plans and retirement options. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment focused on professional growth and development.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Life Insurance

Health Plan Options

401(k) with Company Match

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy machinery and conduct safety inspections.
• Basic knowledge of mechanics and hydraulics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently on job sites.
• Conduct inspections and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during operations.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Safety Awareness

Mechanical Knowledge

Hydraulic Systems Understanding

Inspection Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator (Grade Crew) - Brunswick, GA

Company: REEVES COASTAL

Country: USA

Type of Contract: Regular / Permanent

Publication Date: Apr 16, 2025

Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the infrastructure growth of the Southeast and Midwest since the company’s founding in 1923. Reeves is a complete heavy civil highway and site development construction company dedicated to meet the specific needs of the roadway, airport, bridge, and military market. Reeves prides itself for its high company standards of safety, ethics, and performance.

Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct.

Mission

Reeves Construction Company is currently seeking an experienced Equipment Operator based out of Brunswick, GA. The successful candidate for this position will have an uncompromising focus on safety excellence.

Main Responsibilities

Include, but are not limited to the following:

• Must have a basic knowledge of the mechanics and hydraulics of the machine.
• Must have skills to conduct an inspection checklist on equipment such as lights, brakes, fuel, oil and water.
• Must keep equipment serviced, lubricated, and in good working order, including good housekeeping.
• Must have an understanding of control levers for movement of bucket.
• Must have a priority for safety and welfare of workers in the trench during pipelaying operations.
• Must have a basic knowledge of the different soil types.
• Must have the ability to operate the vehicle safely in job site situations and follow the policies and procedures of the company.

Qualifications, Education, and Competencies

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combinations of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to climb onto and up and down a machine several times a day.
• Must be able to sit in a machine and operate it for several hours without stopping.
• Must withstand vibration from job site conditions as well as noise from other equipment.
• Must be able to use arms, hands, and feet in repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform manual duties, such as placing paint drums on the vehicle.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and signal with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive pay & comprehensive benefits include paid holidays, vacation, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, group health plan options (incl. medical, dental & vision, HSA, FSA), short term disability benefits & 401(k)/401(k) Roth w/company match.

**This Organization Participates in E-Verify**
**Drug-Free Workplace**

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer.