Heavy Equipment Operator (Houston, TX)

DNT Construction LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

DNT Construction LLC, based in Houston, TX, is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator for a full-time, on-site role in Houston. You will operate heavy machinery for excavation and site prep and contribute to project success.

The position emphasizes routine equipment maintenance, strict safety adherence, and teamwork to meet deadlines in a dynamic construction environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with prior construction experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with heavy equipment and excavation.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and safe operation.
• A team-first attitude and strong communication skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to work in all weather conditions.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior construction experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Operating heavy machinery for excavation, grading, and site prep.
• Performing routine equipment maintenance.
• Following strict safety protocols.
• Collaborating with a skilled team to meet project goals and deadlines.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Maintenance knowledge

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team as a Heavy Equipment Operator - Houston, TX

Build the future of Texas with DNT Construction!

DNT Construction provides comprehensive solutions for infrastructure in highway, retail, commercial, and residential development. Our services include excavation, underground utilities, dry utilities, paving, and retaining walls. We serve the Central Texas Corridor with offices located in San Antonio, Houston and Austin. For more information, please visit our website.

What You’ll Do

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our construction projects. This full-time, on-site role in Houston, TX involves:

• Operating heavy machinery for excavation, grading, and site prep
• Performing routine equipment maintenance
• Following strict safety protocols
• Collaborating with a skilled team to meet project goals and deadlines

What We’re Looking For

We want operators who are ready to make an impact. Ideal candidates will have:

• Proven experience with heavy equipment and excavation
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and safe operation
• A team-first attitude and strong communication skills
• Physical stamina and ability to work in all weather conditions
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Prior construction experience (preferred)

Department: Field-Dirt

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position