Heavy Equipment Operator - Heavy Highway & Bridge

ZipRecruiter; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator for bridge and DOT projects in Tennessee. The candidate should have a strong background in equipment operation and maintenance, demonstrate effective communication skills, and be capable of working in challenging environments. A resume detailing 5+ years of experience is required, with the potential for ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience running heavy equipment.
• Ability to follow safety protocols.
• Capable of working in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for bridge/DOT jobs.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on all equipment.
• Assist with general labor as needed on job sites.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Understanding of equipment maintenance

Tools

Loaders

Excavators

Skid steers

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Birdsall Excavation and Construction is looking for a skilled heavy equipment operator who has EXPERIENCE working on bridge/DOT jobs.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the ability to work as a team with effective communication skills, work independently on occasion as well as under supervision of supervisors and team, demonstrate strong understanding of equipment maintenance, operation, and management, and capable of working in fast paced and challenging work environments.

You will be required to follow safety protocols effectively, perform routine maintenance and inspections on all equipment (including but not limited to loaders, excavators and skid steers) in order to safely and effectively complete daily tasks, and assist when required with general labor as needed on required job sites.

Pay is based on experience.

Resume required with noted 5+ years' experience in the field running heavy equipment.

Positions may require ongoing drug and alcohol testing.