Senior Heavy Equipment Operator & Site Supervisor

UIC Government Construction; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UIC Government Construction seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to run excavators, shovels, tractors, scrapers, and motor graders to excavate, move, and grade earth and materials. The role requires precise control of joysticks, pedals, and hand-wheels and includes supervising other operators and laborers on site.

You will coordinate earthmoving with the Project Superintendent and other trades, ensuring work meets schedule and budget while complying with OSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Skilled in setting up and assembling rigging and hoisting equipment.
• Proficient in operating motor graders, front-end loaders, backhoes, and excavators.
• Skilled in using basic construction equipment, including forklifts and skid steers.
• Performs all duties and operates tools in strict compliance with OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Excavate to specified grades using appropriate heavy equipment.
• Supervise material delivery and export by coordinating with trucking operators and suppliers.
• Coordinate and schedule earthmoving operations with the Project Superintendent to support progress of other trades.
• Complete work within established timeframes and budget constraints.
• Tend pumps, compressors, or generators to power tools, machinery, or equipment, or to heat/move materials.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Project Superintendent.

Skills

Plan reading and interpretation

Rigging and hoisting setup

Operate heavy equipment

OSHA safety compliance

Job description

UIC Government Construction seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to run excavators, shovels, tractors, scrapers, and motor graders to excavate, move, and grade earth and materials. The role requires precise control of joysticks, pedals, and hand-wheels and includes supervising other operators and laborers on site.

You will coordinate earthmoving with the Project Superintendent and other trades, ensuring work meets schedule and budget while complying with OSHA safety standards.