Senior General Laborer: Path to Equipment Operator

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) / Vacation

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Travel Pay

Per Diem

Lodging / Hotel accommodations

Job summary

Blue Sage Services is seeking a General Laborer III to join our field teams in Oklahoma. This role prepares you for advancement into Equipment Operator, with responsibilities spanning leadership, equipment proficiency, grading, and project ownership on heavy civil projects.

The Laborer III demonstrates advanced field knowledge, mentors teammates, and supports field leadership while driving production goals and safety culture across projects.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Significant heavy civil construction experience.
• Proven success as a Laborer II or equivalent experience.
• Proficient operation of skid steer, mini excavator, and similar equipment.
• Strong understanding of grading concepts, utility installation, and field operations.
• Ability to mentor and develop other employees.
• Demonstrated leadership potential.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Laborer I and Laborer II responsibilities.
• Safely and efficiently operate skid steers, mini excavators, compactors, and other approved support equipment.
• Assist with finish grading, layout, and production activities.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of site operations, grade awareness, and project sequencing.
• Coordinate daily labor activities under the direction of the Foreman.
• Mentor and train Laborer I and II team members.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Maintain equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Serve as a role model for Blue Sage Services' safety culture.
• Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and initiative.
• Be capable of filling in as Crew Lead to assist the foreman in their absence.
• Continue developing skills necessary for Equipment Operator promotion.

Skills

Leadership potential

Mentoring teammates

Heavy civil construction experience

Equipment operation

Grade awareness

Tools

Skid steer

Mini excavator

Compactors

Job description

Blue Sage Services is seeking a General Laborer III to join our field teams in Oklahoma. This role prepares you for advancement into Equipment Operator, with responsibilities spanning leadership, equipment proficiency, grading, and project ownership on heavy civil projects.

The Laborer III demonstrates advanced field knowledge, mentors teammates, and supports field leadership while driving production goals and safety culture across projects.