Heavy Equipment Operator - Grading & Site Construction

MGC Contractors, Inc.; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

MGC Contractors, Inc. in Alamogordo, NM is seeking skilled heavy equipment operators to join our New Mexico Division. This full-time role requires experience operating dozer, loader, backhoe, scraper, and related machinery on construction sites.

Responsibilities include grading, equipment inspection, blueprint reading, GPS/laser leveling, and safe operation under all weather conditions. A high school diploma or GED is required; five+ years preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of related experience operating dozer, loader, backhoe, gannon, scraper or compactor.
• Five (5) plus years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to drive blades, buckets, and attachments.
• Grade earth and distribute materials for structures.
• Use GPS and laser leveling to regulate slopes.
• Attach equipment and align depth gauge with stakes.
• Watch gauges and indicators to ensure proper operation.
• Inspect equipment for deficiencies and report condition.
• Read blueprints, survey markers and stakes.
• Signal directions to coworkers.
• Any and all other duties assigned.

Skills

Dozer operation

Loader operation

Backhoe operation

Gannon operation

Scraper operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

Laser leveling machine

Job description

MGC Contractors, Inc. in Alamogordo, NM is seeking skilled heavy equipment operators to join our New Mexico Division. This full-time role requires experience operating dozer, loader, backhoe, scraper, and related machinery on construction sites.

Responsibilities include grading, equipment inspection, blueprint reading, GPS/laser leveling, and safe operation under all weather conditions. A high school diploma or GED is required; five+ years preferred.