Heavy Equipment Operator - Richmond, VA

ZipRecruiter; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Richmond, VA is seeking skilled Equipment Operators for roadway projects. The role includes operating heavy equipment and performing routine inspections. Candidates should have at least four years of experience and a valid CDL. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Comprehensive Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

401K Program with 4% company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

8 Paid Holidays plus personal floating holiday

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operates contractor equipment like backhoe, road grader, and front-end loader.
• Inspects and maintains assigned equipment.
• Works on road projects, digging ditches and trenches.

Skills

Excavator operation

Dozer operation

Heavy equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid CDL License

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Caton Construction Group, one of the Caton Companies, headquarters in Troy, VA is growing! Currently seeking Equipment Operator(s) for our roadway projects in Richmond, 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

• 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.

• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor.

• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal days and hours of work are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with time provided for lunch, hours may vary. Work may be local or out of town in which case overnight stays are required. This position frequently requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel/ Driving

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Driver’s license is required.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Four years’ experience involving the use of medium and heavy equipment, two of which must have been related to pipe operations.

Education and Experience: Valid CDL License.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal work hours are Monday through Friday – 48 hours, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday, and 7:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. on Friday, with time provided for lunch, hours may vary. Work may be local or out of town in which case overnight stays are required.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package

• Comprehensive Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

• FSA Program

• 401K Program with 4% company match

• 8 Paid Holidays plus personal floating holiday

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

And more…

Why you should apply:

Excellent working environment

Working for a company that cares about your success

Working for a growing company

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

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and are encouraged to apply.