Senior Heavy Equipment Operator: Grading & Excavation

Remedial Construction Services, L.P. (RECON); Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedial Construction Services, L.P. (RECON) is seeking a senior Heavy Equipment Operator III to operate multiple types of powered construction equipment, excavate, move and grade materials, and support site finishing to specification.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient field execution. Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of experience, OSHA awareness, ability to read load charts, and be able to pass a skills test.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment with focus on safety and efficiency.
• Ability to read load charts and survey stakes for alignment.
• Must pass skills test prior to operating equipment.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel as needed.
• Able to work independently or with supervision as required.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety policies and project rules on site.
• Perform daily pre-inspection and ongoing maintenance checks.
• Operate equipment to excavate, move and grade per specs.
• Maintain safe ground conditions and communicate with teams.
• Report maintenance issues to the superintendent as needed.
• Support lifting, positioning and securing materials when required.
• Follow directions from senior operators and superintendents.

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge

Survey stake reading

PPE usage

Communication skills

Education

Five+ years equipment operating experience

40‑Hour HAZWOPER training

Current 8‑Hour HAZWOPER refresher

Tools

Load chart interpretation

Job description

Remedial Construction Services, L.P. (RECON) is seeking a senior Heavy Equipment Operator III to operate multiple types of powered construction equipment, excavate, move and grade materials, and support site finishing to specification.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient field execution. Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of experience, OSHA awareness, ability to read load charts, and be able to pass a skills test.