Senior Heavy Equipment Operator - Civil Construction

Casella Construction, Inc.; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Life Insurance

Holidays & PTO

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with 4% match

Job summary

Casella Construction is seeking a safety-oriented and Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Construction team. The operator performs complex construction tasks using a variety of heavy equipment on projects from start to finish.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience operating bulldozers, loaders, and excavators in a civil construction setting, with a strong emphasis on safety, technical competence, and a willingness to train in safety programs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School or GED preferred.
• Vocational training preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 3+ years of experience as a heavy equipment operator (Bulldozer, Loader, Excavator).
• Understanding of safety rules and regulations.
• Experience with construction jobsite layouts and grading.
• Experience in reading and understanding project plans.
• Must be able to work some weekends and or nights, when needed.
• Must be able to travel out of town for a day and or a week.
• Ability to participate in regulatory trainings (First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10, Flagging, Spotter).

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Directs and lead work of other laborers and equipment operators as necessary.
• Executes all job duties of Operator 1 without supervision.
• Safely operates construction, excavation, hauling, maintenance equipment including loaders, bulldozers, and excavators to complete job tasks.
• Tasks trained in GPS.
• Practices safety by estimating weights and distances, and by being fully aware of your surroundings.
• Conducts Daily pre and post equipment inspections.
• Monitors gauges and other indicators to ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Maintains records of time worked and materials used.
• Completes daily paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required.
• Requires the ability to plow snow during the winter months across various locations in the state of Vermont and New Hampshire.
• Must be able to operate snow removal equipment such as snowplows, salt spreaders, and snow blowers.
• Must be proficient in handling both light and heavy-duty vehicles equipped for snow removal, ensuring safe and clear passage on roads and pathways.
• Must be able to work in cold weather conditions and perform physical labor as needed.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Heavy equipment operation

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational training

Job description

Casella Construction is seeking a safety-oriented and Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Construction team. The operator performs complex construction tasks using a variety of heavy equipment on projects from start to finish.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience operating bulldozers, loaders, and excavators in a civil construction setting, with a strong emphasis on safety, technical competence, and a willingness to train in safety programs.