Heavy Equipment Operator - Grading, Trenching & Sitework

G.R. Birdwell Construction; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Craft development opportunities

Job summary

G.R. Birdwell Construction in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support lay-outs, grading and trenching on industrial civil projects.

You will operate backhoes, excavators, rollers, dozers and related equipment, maintain safe working procedures, set up and use laser guides for grade, coordinate with the superintendent, plan equipment needs and material delivery, and assist finishing applications and hoisting as required on site.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment on civil site projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and site procedures.
• Ability to read grade layouts and cooperate with foreman.

Responsibilities

• Set up and use rotating laser to maintain level grade.
• Operate backhoe, excavator, roller, dozer, and related machinery for earthworks.
• Ensure safe trenches, slopes, and OSHA-compliant benching; assist finishing and hoisting as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Site communication

Job description

G.R. Birdwell Construction in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support lay-outs, grading and trenching on industrial civil projects.

You will operate backhoes, excavators, rollers, dozers and related equipment, maintain safe working procedures, set up and use laser guides for grade, coordinate with the superintendent, plan equipment needs and material delivery, and assist finishing applications and hoisting as required on site.