Heavy Equipment Operator — Grading & Foundations

Make Choteau Home; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Make Choteau Home in Missoula, MT is seeking an experienced construction equipment operator to support commercial site work and municipal projects. You will operate a range of heavy machines and assist other crew members as needed.

Responsibilities include reading survey layouts, performing grading, footing and foundation work, and coordinating with subcontractors to ensure safety and efficiency on site. Candidates should have 3+ years of equipment operation and a strong focus on quality and

Qualifications

• 3+ years operating equipment and at least 2 years operating excavator and loader.
• Ability to read plans and check grades.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Understanding of tools/equipment and safe use/operation of each.
• Excellent safety record and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment including excavators, dozers, loaders, skidsteers, rollers, etc.
• Understand survey and layout markings, what they mean, and how to use them for grading operations and the construction of footings and foundations, underground utilities and services, storm drains, and other structures.
• Excavate and fill to dimensions and locations as specified on design drawings, sketches, and/or verbal instructions.
• Perform routine inspections and minor maintenance on equipment such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Collaborate with other crews and subcontractors to complete tasks safely and correctly.
• Follow directions from foremen and superintendent and if required, provide feedback on operational optimization.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris and tools and equipment in clean working order.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Excavator operation

Loader operation

Reading plans & grades

Basic math calculations

Job description

Make Choteau Home in Missoula, MT is seeking an experienced construction equipment operator to support commercial site work and municipal projects. You will operate a range of heavy machines and assist other crew members as needed.

Responsibilities include reading survey layouts, performing grading, footing and foundation work, and coordinating with subcontractors to ensure safety and efficiency on site. Candidates should have 3+ years of equipment operation and a strong focus on quality and