Civil Equipment Operator

Green Tanner Industrial•Chandler, AZ

About The Position

Operate civil construction equipment safely and efficiently to meet daily production plans. Perform basic inspections and maintenance, follow grade and staking directions, and document work as directed. Support the crew by adapting to site conditions while upholding GTI safety and quality standards. Safely operate assigned equipment, complete pre-use checks, support basic maintenance and fueling, and assist with material movement and grade support.

Requirements

6–18 months of civil/site experience operating entry-level equipment, or successful completion of internal training.
Ability to safely operate assigned equipment under supervision and follow grade directions from stakes or lasers.
Basic equipment care, including cleaning, fueling, and greasing, and the ability to perform pre-operation inspections.
Awareness of trenching and traffic control requirements; ability to follow spotter directions and hand signals.
Valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated communication, teamwork, adaptability, attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10, First Aid, or Flagger credentials.
NCCER HEO unit(s).
Exposure to Procore, mobile field apps, machine control, or lasers.
Basic blueprint-reading ability.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned equipment, such as skid steer, dozer, and roller, efficiently to complete daily tasks.
Perform pre-operation inspections and routine care, including cleaning, fueling, and greasing; report leaks or damage immediately.
Maintain safe work areas, spot, and follow hand signals and traffic control measures.
Read and follow basic grade stakes and laser directions, supporting grade control to hold elevation.
Maintain basic Procore inputs or provide inputs to the foreman for daily logs and photos as directed.
Support the foreman with task sequencing, safe access, and housekeeping.
Support the survey/layout team by protecting stakes, assisting with laser setups, and adjusting work to grade directions.
Support the safety team with JSAs, trenching and shoring compliance, and traffic control setups.
Recommend equipment or tooling needs and share field notes about obstacles that may affect the plan or grade.
Suggest simple improvements to reduce rework, shorten moves, or improve cleanup and compaction.
Escalate equipment malfunctions, fluid leaks, unsafe conditions, grade conflicts, unclear cut/fill instructions, traffic conflicts, hazards, and trench stability concerns.