Heavy Equipment Operator - Per Diem Offered

Trillium Staffing; Falmouth (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Trillium Construction near Falmouth, MI is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator with hands-on experience operating multiple types of equipment. The role requires a strong safety mindset and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Key duties include operating backhoes, excavators, bulldozers, graders, water trucks, cranes, and dump trucks, plus site work, inspections, and basic maintenance. Per diem and a 60-hour week schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment in a construction or industrial environment.
• Experience with CAT and John Deere equipment is preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Strong safety mindset and attention to hazards on site.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, excavators, bulldozers, graders, water trucks, cranes, and dump trucks.
• Perform site work including digging, grading, trenching, hauling, and material placement as directed by supervisors.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections (pre- and post-use) to ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and report any mechanical issues promptly.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations at all times.
• Work closely with crew members and supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Assist with general site preparation, cleanup, and other duties as needed to support project operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Equipment inspection

Troubleshooting basics

Tools

CAT equipment

John Deere equipment

Job description

Trillium Construction is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator near Falmouth, MI whohas hands-on experience with multiple types of equipment, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, excavators, bulldozers, graders, water trucks, cranes, and dump trucks.
• Perform site work including digging, grading, trenching, hauling, and material placement as directed by supervisors.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections (pre- and post-use) to ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and report any mechanical issues promptly.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations at all times.
• Work closely with crew members and supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Assist with general site preparation, cleanup, and other duties as needed to support project operations.

Pay: Up to $32
Per Diem: $178 / day for all 7 days
Schedule: Mon - Sat, 60h / week

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment in a construction or industrial environment.
• Proficiency with equipment such as backhoes, dozers, graders, water trucks, and dump trucks.
• Strong understanding of equipment safety practices and job site hazards.
• Basic mechanical knowledge with the ability to identify and troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Experience with Caterpillar (CAT) and John Deere equipment is preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.

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Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.