Heavy Equipment Operator – USAFA Road & Snow Ops

skookum; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 101,942,000 - 110,208,000; Full time

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.