Medium Equipment Operator - Kentucky (50270)

Primoris Services Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation in Russell Springs, KY is seeking skilled Medium Equipment Operators to join our field team. You will operate medium-sized construction equipment for site prep, excavation, and material handling, following safety rules and project plans.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience operating heavy equipment, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read grade stakes or blueprints. We offer competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience operating medium-sized heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required.
• Ability to read grade stakes and blueprints is a plus.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium-sized heavy equipment such as water trucks, articulated off road trucks, motor graders, rollers and forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of equipment and report maintenance issues or defects.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, company policies, and procedures on the job site.
• Load and unload materials, grade surfaces, dig trenches, clear land, and perform other tasks as directed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other personnel on the job site.
• Assist with general labor duties on the ground when equipment operation is not required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment.
• Follow project plans and specifications.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment safely

Read blueprints & grade stakes

Work outdoors in varying weather

Job description

Job Overview:

Job Summary

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking skilled Medium Equipment Operators to join our team in Russel Springs, KY. This role involves safely and efficiently operating various types of medium-sized construction equipment for site preparation, excavation, and material handling on construction projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate medium-sized heavy equipment such as water trucks, articulated off road trucks, motor graders, rollers and forklifts in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of equipment and report any maintenance issues or defects.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, company policies, and procedures on the job site.
• Load and unload materials, grade surfaces, dig trenches, clear land, and perform other tasks as directed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other personnel on the job site.
• Assist with general labor duties on the ground when equipment operation is not required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment.
• Follow project plans and specifications.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience operating various medium-sized heavy equipment.
• Proven ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, blueprints, and other construction documents is a plus.
• Possess a valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects when necessary.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Company Overview:

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.