Highway Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

CMES, Inc.; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in heavy highway construction seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team. In this role, you will operate various types of construction equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in all tasks. With a commitment to infrastructure development, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will contribute to building essential transportation networks. If you are passionate about construction and have the experience required, this opportunity will allow you to grow your career while making a significant impact in your community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Training Opportunities

Career Growth

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Valid CDL license required for operation of trucks and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and heavy equipment for construction tasks.
• Ensure safety compliance and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance (OSHA)

Time Management

Communication Skills

Technical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoes

Excavators

Dump Trucks

Hydraulic Equipment

GPS Equipment

Job description

Join to apply for the Highway Construction Heavy Equipment Operator role at CMES, Inc.

Welcome to CMES INC, a leading player in the heavy highway construction industry. With over 25 years of experience, we are committed to infrastructure development and maintaining transportation networks that connect communities and support economic growth.

Job Description

Summary/Objective

The heavy equipment operator will operate various contractor equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities, performing semi-skilled tasks related to light, street, and storm drainage systems.

Essential Functions by Level

Level I

• Operate trucks and equipment for loading, hauling, and unloading materials.
• Ensure safety and compliance with OSHA excavation guidelines.
• Operate basic construction equipment like mechanized broom, man-lift, dump truck, hydraulic excavators, skid steers.
• Maintain street and utility systems using small equipment and tools.
• Shoot grades and assist with ditch and trench digging.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on equipment.
• Assist with traffic control device installation and maintenance.

Preferred experience: 1-3 years in heavy equipment and construction.

Level II

• Operate a wider range of trucks and construction equipment including backhoes, road graders, front-end loaders, and GPS equipment.
• Perform grading, soil classification, and assist with civil drawings interpretation.
• All safety and maintenance duties as Level I.

Preferred experience: 3-6 years.

Level III

• Operate extensive construction equipment including dozers, excavators, motor graders, backhoes, skid steers, and inductor trucks.
• Perform finishing and grading functions, shoot grades, and interpret civil drawings.
• Assist with snow plowing and salting.
• All duties in conformance with safety standards.

Preferred experience: 3-6 years.

Level IV

• Operate trucks and heavy equipment, non-CDL required, with responsibilities similar to Level III but with more experience (10-15 years).
• Perform finishing, grading, GPS, and soil classification tasks.

Preferred experience: 10-15 years.

Additional Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years of experience with medium/heavy equipment, including utility or street systems.
• Valid CDL license.

Competencies

• Technical skills, time management, thoroughness, customer focus, communication, attention to detail.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Outdoor work in various weather conditions, exposure to mechanical parts, chemicals, noise, and physical labor including lifting up to 100 pounds.

Travel

Local travel required to different worksites.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, health/dental/vision insurance, retirement plan, training, career growth, inclusive environment.

If you are interested and meet the qualifications, join us in building a better tomorrow.