Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator — Civil Construction

Ames Construction; Missouri; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare benefits

Pension/Annuity plans

Overtime & per diem pay

Mental health benefits

Virtual physical therapy benefits

Job summary

Ames Construction has been building America for over 60 years and is seeking an Equipment Operator to support heavy civil projects. Travel to active sites across the Central Region (Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia) is required.

You will dig, backfill, grade, transport materials, follow grade stakes, and adhere to safety policies while supporting project teams on highways and heavy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Previous Equipment Operator experience in heavy civil construction preferred.
• Compliance with OSHA, Company and other applicable safety and health requirements.
• Willingness to learn and accept directions from supervisors.
• Must possess strong working knowledge, skills and abilities for position sought.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently with tools and equipment including power and non-power tools.
• Must be 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.
• Follow grade stakes, layout, plans, and supervisor instructions.
• Dig, backfill, grade, transport materials efficiently or as directed.
• Operate equipment safely and responsibly.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report deficiencies.
• Maintain clean cab and work area.
• Report accidents, incidents, and near misses immediately.

Skills

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Adaptability

Teamwork

Tools

Heavy machinery tools

Job description

Ames Construction has been building America for over 60 years and is seeking an Equipment Operator to support heavy civil projects. Travel to active sites across the Central Region (Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia) is required.

You will dig, backfill, grade, transport materials, follow grade stakes, and adhere to safety policies while supporting project teams on highways and heavy infrastructure.