Loader Operator

Duininck Companies; Willmar, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Per Diem

Health plans

Dental & Vision Plans

Company paid life insurance

Short-Term Disability

401K with company match

Job summary

Duininck Companies is seeking a seasonal, full-time loader operator to support road construction projects across Texas and Oklahoma. Opportunities include operating Dozers, Loaders, and Excavators, with overtime and travel to job sites, including Randolph Air Force Base.

Benefits include PTO, per diem, health, dental, life insurance, and a 401K match. The role requires at least 2 years of heavy equipment experience, a valid license (CDL preferred), and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment in road construction or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as Dozers, Loaders, and Excavators in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and specifications.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and crew members to complete projects on schedule.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies at all times.
• Walk, bend, kneel, lift, stretch and sit.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to travel to job sites; may include frequent overnight stays.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Strong communication

Job description

Current Openings - Construction & Materials

Duininck is a fourth-generation, 100-year family-led company built on strong relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.

Join specialized infrastructure projects across Texas and Oklahoma. You'll produce hot mix asphalt for military runways, construct roads for the Department of Transportation, and handle high-stakes concrete work for aviation and defense facilities. These aren't just jobs; they're careers building America's critical infrastructure.

This seasonal, full-time position comes with a strong benefits package including:

• Competitive pay range of $23.00 - $24.00/hour, based on experience and background.
• Paid Time Off
• Per Diem (when applicable)
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Dental & Vision Plans, Company Paid Life insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Position specific personal protective equipment provided
• 401K with company match, and more!

This position with Duininck Texas offers the opportunity to operate a loader on an assigned crew performing varies stages of road construction.

This position will be working at Randolph Air Force base with additional security clearance required.

The Role:

• Operate heavy equipment such as Dozers, Loaders, and Excavators in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform routine maintenance checks and ensure equipment is in good working order
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and specifications
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and crew members to complete projects on schedule
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies at all times
• Walk, bend, kneel, lift, stretch and sit.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly work extended/overtime hours.
• Ability to travel to job sites; may include frequent overnight stays.

What we Look For:

• Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up if you see unsafe behavior or conditions.
• Minimum 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment in road construction or a related field
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, click here.