Heavy Equipment Operator — Move Earth & Build Safely

Overland Contracting Inc.; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Overland Contracting Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate various construction machines, perform safety checks, and support site grading and earthwork.

This role requires minimum one year of operator experience, a valid CDL when driving on public roads, and compliance with all safety policies at a full-time, non-union site. Preferred NCCER certifications include Heavy Equipment Operations, Rigger, Site Layout, and related qualifications.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as an equipment operator.
• Must understand safe work practices for each piece of equipment.
• Commercial driver's license is required when operating on public roads.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operate gasoline, diesel, pneumatic or electric powered equipment to move objects according to project specifications.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to signals.
• Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, crawler tractors, shovels, or related equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and document maintenance logs, perform daily inspections.
• Understand trenching, grading and safety regulations; identify hazards and stop work if needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

CDL

Communication

Tools

NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations

NCCER Highway / Heavy Construction

NCCER Rigger

NCCER Site Layout

Job description

Overland Contracting Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate various construction machines, perform safety checks, and support site grading and earthwork.

This role requires minimum one year of operator experience, a valid CDL when driving on public roads, and compliance with all safety policies at a full-time, non-union site. Preferred NCCER certifications include Heavy Equipment Operations, Rigger, Site Layout, and related qualifications.