Lead Heavy Equipment Operator & Field Foreman

Johnson Excavation Inc; Buellton (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Excavation Inc. in the Santa Ynez Valley is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator who leads by example and prioritizes safety and productivity on grading projects.

You will operate excavators, dozers, graders, and loaders, read plans, and support crew in a fast-paced field environment. A CA driver’s license with a clean record is required, and a Class A CDL is highly preferred for a higher starting wage.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, graders, loaders, compactors).
• Ability to read grading plans, blueprints, and project specs.
• Foreman experience preferred for leadership.
• Willingness to perform manual labor in a working leadership role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Must have valid California driver’s license with a clean record.
• California Class A CDL is highly preferred and qualifies for a higher starting wage.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field crew and work safely to complete grading projects.
• Read and interpret grading plans and specifications.
• Perform manual labor as needed in a working leadership role.
• Maintain equipment and coordinate with foremen.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Johnson Excavation Inc. in the Santa Ynez Valley is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator who leads by example and prioritizes safety and productivity on grading projects.

You will operate excavators, dozers, graders, and loaders, read plans, and support crew in a fast-paced field environment. A CA driver’s license with a clean record is required, and a Class A CDL is highly preferred for a higher starting wage.