Equipment Operator (Commercial Construction)

Danis Construction • Columbus, OH

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Build Your Future with Danis as an Equipment Operator. Since 1916, Danis has been a trusted general contractor bringing landmark projects to life across healthcare, higher education, life sciences, and commercial construction. With over a century of craftsmanship and innovation, we take pride in building spaces that shape communities and stand the test of time. If you take pride in safe, precise equipment operation and enjoy being part of a hardworking crew, we’d like to meet you. We’re looking for an Equipment Operator to support excavation and dirt work using a variety of heavy equipment. This position reports to the Project Foreman or Project Superintendent.

Requirements

• Ability to read and follow safety rules, warning signs, and site directions
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand job plans
• Comfortable taking measurements and working from grades/stakes
• Strong knowledge of safe operation for the types of power construction equipment assigned
• Good judgement of distances, slopes, and surroundings
• Clear, respectful communication with coworkers and field leadership
• Ability to manage your time, stay organized, and respond to changing jobsite needs
• 3+ years of equipment operating experience
• Pass a pre-employment drug test
• Have reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Operate excavation/dirt equipment and wheeled or track skid loaders to complete assigned work safely and efficiently
• Perform daily pre-use inspections; lubricate and service equipment as needed
• Report equipment issues promptly and accurately
• Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs within your scope
• Follow all site safety requirements, policies, and procedures
• Support the construction crew with general duties when operator work is limited
• Help train and orient new employees as needed
• Participate in hiring/employment processes when requested
• Promote teamwork and positive, professional communication on site
• Attend site meetings and share updates/ideas as requested by the Project Superintendent
• Follow directions and work assignments from the Foreman or Project Superintendent with a sense of urgency

Benefits

• competitive salary
• merit increases
• bonus
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k)
• profit sharing
• boot vouchers
• prescription safety glasses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees