Heavy Equipment Operator – USAFA Road & Snow Ops

skookum

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 101,942,000 - 110,208,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) retirement plan
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
11 paid holidays
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Professional development
EAP
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera, at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, seeks a dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to support roadwork, snow removal, and maintenance projects. You will operate loaders, graders, bulldozers, and more across USAFA grounds, performing routine checks and minor repairs as needed.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience, a relevant certification, and the ability to read basic plans.

Qualifications

  • Operates heavy equipment in maintenance and construction tasks.
  • Interprets grade and slope stakes and simple plans.
  • Maintains equipment and performs basic repairs as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Operate loaders, graders, bulldozers, skid steers and snow removal equipment.
  • Read and interpret basic plans and stakes.
  • Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment.
  • Assist with paving, hauling materials and site prep.
  • Communicate with customers in a courteous manner.
  • Standby readiness within one hour when on call.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation
Safety protocols
Teamwork in structured environment

Education

Heavy Equipment Operator Certification

Job description

Tessera, at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, seeks a dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to support roadwork, snow removal, and maintenance projects. You will operate loaders, graders, bulldozers, and more across USAFA grounds, performing routine checks and minor repairs as needed.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience, a relevant certification, and the ability to read basic plans.

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