Senior Heavy Equipment Operator: Grading & Site Development

HireFinder; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

HireFinder is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to support earthwork, underground utility, grading, and site development projects around Reno. This hands-on role requires operating various heavy machinery safely to meet production goals and maintain grading accuracy.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of civil construction equipment experience, can work independently, and collaborates well with field crews and supervisors. GPS-grade control experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience in civil construction environments.
• Experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment.
• Ability to maintain grade and follow construction plans.
• Strong safety awareness and jobsite experience.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform excavation, grading, trenching, loading, backfilling, and site preparation activities.
• Adapt equipment operation based on project requirements, site conditions, and direction from field leadership.
• Meet production targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Cut and maintain grade using stakes, GPS, and other grade control systems.
• Finish grading and precision work with minimal supervision.
• Work closely with foremen and grade checkers to ensure accuracy and minimize rework.
• Support underground utility installations including water, sewer, storm drain, and conduit systems.
• Excavate trenches and work safely around utility crews.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Civil construction

Safety awareness

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

GPS machine control

Grade control systems

Job description

HireFinder is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to support earthwork, underground utility, grading, and site development projects around Reno. This hands-on role requires operating various heavy machinery safely to meet production goals and maintain grading accuracy.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of civil construction equipment experience, can work independently, and collaborates well with field crews and supervisors. GPS-grade control experience is preferred.