Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator - Civil Construction

Ames Construction; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage

Health & Welfare

Retirement plan

Project-based pay

Ames benefits

Job summary

Ames Construction is seeking an Equipment Operator for travel assignments across the Central Region, including multi-state projects. You will operate heavy equipment, follow project plans, and collaborate with site teams to keep projects on schedule and safe.

Safety is a core value; candidates must be able to relocate temporarily, work outdoors in varying conditions, and meet union or project requirements. The role offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as Equipment Operator in heavy civil construction preferred.
• OSHA and site safety compliance required.
• Willingness to follow supervisor directions.
• Strong working knowledge, skills and abilities for position sought.
• Ability to work with power and non-power tools.
• Willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
• Valid Driver's License may be required.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Show up on time every day.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow grade stakes, layout, plans, and supervisor instructions.
• Dig, backfill, grade, transport materials.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Report accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Keep a clean and maintained cab and work area.
• Willing to assist with other tasks.

Skills

Equipment operator exp

OSHA compliance

Willingness to learn

Strong working knowledge

Power tools

Non-traditional hours

Driver's license

Age 18+

Job description

Ames Construction is seeking an Equipment Operator for travel assignments across the Central Region, including multi-state projects. You will operate heavy equipment, follow project plans, and collaborate with site teams to keep projects on schedule and safe.

Safety is a core value; candidates must be able to relocate temporarily, work outdoors in varying conditions, and meet union or project requirements. The role offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.