Heavy Equipment Operator – PTO, Health Coverage & Growth

G R Birdwell Construction; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Craft development opportunities

Job summary

G R Birdwell Construction is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support sitework and earthmoving projects in Pasadena, TX. You will operate backhoes, excavators, rollers, dozers, and rough terrain forklifts under supervision, ensuring safe and productive operations.

Responsibilities include lay-outs with lasers, grading, trenching and backfilling, adhering to OSHA standards, coordinating equipment and spoil management, and contributing to timely project completion.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment on construction sites.
• Knowledge of safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read grade and layout using lasers and grade stakes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate heavy equipment (Backhoe, Excavator, Roller, Dozer, Rough Terrain Forklift) to perform grading and earthwork tasks.
• Perform lay-outs using rotating laser and slope laser to ensure level and sloped grades.
• Carry out trenching and pit excavation with proper benching and soil support.
• Execute finishing applications and compaction to achieve required densities and finishes.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Outdoor work readiness

Job description

G R Birdwell Construction is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support sitework and earthmoving projects in Pasadena, TX. You will operate backhoes, excavators, rollers, dozers, and rough terrain forklifts under supervision, ensuring safe and productive operations.

Responsibilities include lay-outs with lasers, grading, trenching and backfilling, adhering to OSHA standards, coordinating equipment and spoil management, and contributing to timely project completion.