Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Holidays and PTO

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Casella Construction, Inc. is seeking a safety-oriented and skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Construction team.

The Skilled Operator performs complex tasks operating excavators, bulldozers, and loaders on civil projects with a focus on safety and quality. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, a valid driver's license, strong communication, and the ability to work weekends or travel as needed, including winter plowing across NH/VT.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 3+ years of experience operating bulldozers, loaders and excavators.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• Understanding of safety rules and regulations.
• Able to read project plans and understand jobsite layouts.
• Willing to work weekends/nights and travel as needed.
• Ability to participate in First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10, flagging, spotter trainings.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Directs and leads work of other laborers and operators as necessary.
• Operates loaders, bulldozers and excavators to complete tasks.
• Performs daily pre- and post-inspections of equipment.
• Maintains time and materials records and completes daily paperwork.
• Participates in safety training and regulatory trainings as required.
• Winter maintenance: plowing and snow removal across NH/VT as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety consciousness

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training preferred

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Excavator

Bulldozer

Loader

Job description

Casella Construction is seeking a safety-oriented and Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Construction team! The Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator performs highly complex and difficult construction and maintenance activities by operating a variety of heavy equipment. Casella Construction provides unique construction projects that allow for hands‑on learning and the opportunity to be part of a team that oversees a project from start to finish.

The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced heavy equipment operator with 3+ years of proficiency in operating excavators ,bulldozers, and loaders, in a Civil Construction Company. They prioritize safety, possess technical competence in construction tasks, and demonstrate flexibility in their work schedule. Effective communication, attention to detail, and physical stamina are key attributes, along with a willingness to participate in safety training.

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.

Winter Maintenance Responsibilities:

• 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.

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).

Attributes:

• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to remain flexible as assignments change.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers and supervisor.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Possess a positive attitude and desire to learn.
• Sound knowledge of construction and practical experience with tools and equipment.
• Organized with a systematic approach to achieve accuracy and efficiency.
• Great hand, eye, and foot coordination.
• Exhibit attention to detail.
• Familiar with Safety Protocols.
• Proficiency in math and reading

Physical Requirements:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb inclines for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally with assistance
  
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather.

Compensation and Benefits:

Casella Construction offers competitive wages and a full benefits package to eligible employees that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with up-to 4% company match and immediate vesting.

Hourly Hiring Range:

$24.00/hr. - $30.00/hr.

This range reflects the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting, considering current market conditions and industry benchmarks.

Final and individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

Who We Are:

Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking. Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry-leading company in the field.

Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance.

Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.