Senior Heavy Equipment Operator: Excavation & Utilities

James E. Fulton & Sons, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

James E. Fulton & Sons, Inc. in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator experienced in excavation and utilities. In this role, you will operate various heavy equipment, helping the crew as needed and ensuring equipment is job-ready.

The ideal candidate has a team-first mindset, enjoys working outdoors, and has at least five years of operating experience. This full-time position offers competitive pay, health insurance, and a commitment to quality and service.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of equipment operating experience preferred (excavation/site/utilities).
• Comfortable running multiple machines (excavator/dozer/loader/skid steer).
• Team-first mindset: dependable, honest, and willing to help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently: excavator, dozer, loader, skid steer.
• Support grading, trenching, backfill/compaction, and underground utility work.
• Assist crew with labor/tasks when needed.

Skills

Equipment operating experience

GPS/total station experience

Labor support

Blueprint reading

Job description

James E. Fulton & Sons, Inc. in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator experienced in excavation and utilities. In this role, you will operate various heavy equipment, helping the crew as needed and ensuring equipment is job-ready.

The ideal candidate has a team-first mindset, enjoys working outdoors, and has at least five years of operating experience. This full-time position offers competitive pay, health insurance, and a commitment to quality and service.