Heavy Equipment Operator II (w/CDL)

S.C. Swiderski•Wausau, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator Level II plays a critical role in supporting SC Swiderski’s multi-family residential construction projects by safely and efficiently operating a variety of heavy equipment to prepare, develop, and maintain construction sites. This position ensures that grading, excavation, backfilling, trenching, material handling, and related site preparation activities are completed to specification and in compliance with safety standards. Operators at higher levels also provide training, mentoring, and advanced technical leadership in equipment use, site logistics, and transportation of equipment between job sites. This 3-level role grows in independence, knowledge, skills, abilities, and responsibilities, as you progress through each level Level II: The Heavy Equipment Operator – Level II performs, through their ability and experience, all manner of site preparation services for SC Swiderski Construction, and its affiliated companies. They provide the foundation of the Excavation Team in heavy equipment operation and transportation. They are reliable, consistent, and require minimal assistance once they’ve been tasked by their Excavation Foreman. They know what they are doing and can be counted on to perform to expectations accurately and consistently.

Requirements

4–6 years of heavy equipment operation experience in construction
CDL (Class A or B) and experience transporting heavy equipment on public roads
Proficient in operating multiple types of heavy equipment
Proficient in use and operation of Corrected GPS and other geolocation systems
Ability to read blueprints, grade stakes, and site drawings
Strong awareness of underground utilities and safe excavation practices
OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
Good communication skills for team coordination
Must have a valid Class D driver’s license to work on our job/property sites.
Regularly lift up to 75 pounds.
Prolonged periods of sitting in and operating heavy machinery.
Ability to climb in/out of equipment and navigate uneven terrain.
Tolerance for outdoor work in all seasons and weather conditions.
Must be available for regular in-state travel, work 45-50 hours per week (Monday-Friday), with occasional overtime or overnight stays depending on job site location.

Responsibilities

Safely operate multiple types of heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, graders, and cranes as needed.
Read and interpret site plans, grades, and stake layouts to execute excavation and grading with precision.
Conduct thorough equipment inspections and complete basic preventative maintenance.
Lead small-scale excavation and site preparation tasks with minimal oversight.
Assist in the training and mentoring of Level I Operators and general labor staff in safe equipment practices.
Collaborate with Site-Superintendent’s to plan daily equipment utilization.
Load, secure, and transport heavy equipment to and from construction sites using company trucks and trailers.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
Provide feedback on site logistics, equipment allocation, and project efficiency.

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