Heavy Equipment Operator - Midlothian, VA

ZipRecruiter; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction company is seeking skilled Equipment Operators for roadway projects in Midlothian, VA. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

FSA program

401(k) plan with 4% company match

8 paid holidays plus a personal floating holiday

Accrue 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) in the first year

Qualifications

• Four years’ experience operating medium and heavy equipment.
• Two years related to pipe operations.

Responsibilities

• Assists in digging ditches and trenches with heavy equipment.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Follows safety and security standards.

Skills

Excavator Operation

Dozer Operation

Safety Standards

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Caton Construction Group, one of the Caton Companies, headquartered in Troy, VA, is growing! We are currently seeking Equipment Operators for our roadway project in Midlothian, Virginia.

The heavy equipment operator operates a variety of contractor equipment and properly maintains the equipment on a daily basis.

***MUST BE SKILLED EXCAVATOR & DOZER OPERATOR***

Starting pay is based on skills and experience.

Responsibilities

1. Works with and assists in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe, road grader or front-end loader.
2. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor.
3. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type and Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal days and hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., with lunch break. Hours may vary, and work may be local or out of town, requiring overnight stays. This role often involves long hours and weekend work.

Travel/Driving

Travel is primarily local during the workday, with some out-of-area and overnight travel expected. A valid driver’s license is required.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years’ experience operating medium and heavy equipment, including two years related to pipe operations.
• Valid CDL License.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
• FSA program
• 401(k) plan with 4% company match
• 8 paid holidays plus a personal floating holiday
• Accrue 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) in the first year

Why Apply?

• Excellent working environment
• Supportive company culture focused on your success
• Opportunity to work for a growing company

Employment is conditional upon satisfactorily completing all pre-employment requirements, including background checks and drug screening. Starting wages depend on skills and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage minorities to apply.