Heavy Equipment Operators!

The \"O\"; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Competitive hourly compensation based/

Large-scale construction projects

Operate a variety of heavy equipment

Safety-focused work environment

Job summary

The O in Hyde Park & Poughkeepsie, NY is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for full-time construction work in Hyde Park and surrounding Dutchess County. Overtime is available and paid per federal and NYS rules.

Candidates should have 4+ years of operating heavy equipment and a strong focus on safety and reliability on active sites. Responsibilities include performing excavation and site work, reading plans, conducting pre-use inspections, and coordinating with crew members.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Current OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 card preferred.
• CDL is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment on active construction sites.
• Perform excavation, grading, site work, material handling, and related construction activities.
• Follow site plans, layouts, grades, specifications, and supervisor direction.
• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections.
• Identify and report equipment or safety concerns.
• Perform basic equipment care and routine maintenance as appropriate.
• Coordinate with supervisors, laborers, truck drivers, and other site personnel.
• Follow all company, OSHA, and job-site safety procedures.
• Help maintain a safe, productive, and efficient work environment.

Skills

4+ years heavy equipment experience

OSHA 10/30 preferred

CDL a plus

Safe operation on active construction

Job description

Hyde Park & Poughkeepsie, NY | Full-Time | Overtime Available

We are actively hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for active construction projects in Hyde Park, Poughkeepsie, and surrounding Dutchess County, NY.

If you are dependable, safety-focused, experienced with construction equipment, and ready for steady full-time work, we want to hear from you.

Compensation:

$30.00– $45.00 per hour , based on experience, qualifications, and equipment proficiency.

Overtime opportunities are available and paid in accordance with applicable federal and New York State requirements.

Equipment Experience:

Experience operating one or more of the following is preferred:

• Excavators
• Backhoes
• Skid steers
• Loaders
• Crushers
• Other heavy construction and site-development equipment

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate heavy equipment on active construction sites
• Perform excavation, grading, site work, material handling, and related construction activities
• Follow site plans, layouts, grades, specifications, and supervisor direction
• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections
• Identify and report equipment or safety concerns
• Perform basic equipment care and routine maintenance as appropriate
• Coordinate with supervisors, laborers, truck drivers, and other site personnel
• Follow all company, OSHA, and job-site safety procedures
• Help maintain a safe, productive, and efficient work environment

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of heavy equipment operating experience preferred
• Current OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 card preferred
• Strong knowledge of excavation, grading, site work, and construction-site safety
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate construction equipment
• Ability to read and understand site plans, layouts, and grades
• Ability to follow supervisor direction and work effectively with a construction team
• Equipment-specific licenses or certifications are a plus
• CDL is a plus, but not required
• Must be able to reliably report to assigned job sites in Dutchess County

What We Offer:

• Overtime opportunities
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Work on large-scale construction and development projects
• Opportunity to operate a variety of heavy equipment
• Professional, safety-focused work environment

Current Job Locations:

Hyde Park, NY
Poughkeepsie, NY

Equal Employment Opportunity: We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.