Equipment Operator - Construction (Travel Required)
About The Position
The Tepa Companies are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform equipment operating activities on construction sites. This is a traveling position supporting the Midwest Region, with assignments at various project sites as business needs require. Travelers working 95 or more miles from the job site are eligible for per diem. The role operates construction equipment and tools, supports site preparation and material handling, follows safety procedures, and performs equipment inspection and maintenance. It also includes physical construction labor such as digging and backfilling trenches, pouring concrete, assembling equipment, and supporting excavations.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience operating construction equipment, including excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, and rollers.
- Ability to communicate clearly with superintendents, equipment operators, laborers, and other site personnel.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings.
- Ability to understand information and directions communicated verbally and in writing.
- Knowledge of the use of power and hand tools, materials, and equipment used on construction sites.
- Knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures specific to labor work, including OSHA standards.
- Willingness to take on job challenges.
- Energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks.
- Reliability, responsibility, and dependability.
- Careful attention to detail and thoroughness.
- Ability to work with crew members.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check in compliance with federal regulation.
Nice To Haves
- Commercial Driver’s License (preferred, but not required).
Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently operate excavators, loaders, graders, scrapers, skid loaders, rollers, and other construction equipment.
- Perform and document daily equipment inspections and maintenance in compliance with company policies.
- Load and offload construction materials and debris.
- Read and interpret surveying stakes related to grade control and utilities.
- Interact with the geotechnical engineer and interpret testing results.
- Operate hand and power tools and other construction equipment and instruments.
- Clean and prepare construction sites to remove hazards, rubble, and debris.
- Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications.
- Control passing traffic and signal equipment operators to facilitate equipment alignment, movement, and adjustment.
- Follow safe work procedures and identify and stop unsafe practices that present imminent danger to others.
- Perform other physical labor as assigned, including digging ditches and trenches, backfilling excavations, sealing structural components, measuring and recording areas, unloading and identifying materials, assembling and erecting equipment including scaffolding, pouring concrete, and setting braces to support excavation sides.
- Perform other duties associated with equipment operation and maintenance.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Life insurance.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Mental health support and resources.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Per diem for travelers 95 or more miles from the job site.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
