Heavy Equipment Operators
About The Position
Morgan is hiring Heavy Equipment Operators to support long-term heavy civil construction projects in Nevada, beginning December/January 2026, and Idaho, beginning January/February 2027. Operators will operate dozers, excavators, graders, or rock trucks in support of project work, including construction or expansion of access roads, mining haul roads, and pads. Finish and trim expertise is highly preferred. The role involves a project-dependent rotational schedule, typically 14 days on and 7 days off, with 12-hour day or night shifts as project needs require. Work takes place outdoors in all weather and may involve remote project locations, noise, vibration, and physical labor. Lodging and food arrangements depend on the project and may include camp, hotel with meal allowance, or a living/subsistence allowance. Morgan is a heavy civil construction company with more than 40 years of experience and a workforce of over 1,000 skilled professionals. It emphasizes quality, workplace safety, trust, and career development. The company uses AI technology to assist with screening and assessing applications.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of recent experience operating at least one of the following: D6T, D8, or D10 dozers; 20–90 ton excavators; 14H/M or 16H/M graders; or 40–100 ton rock trucks.
- Recent experience supporting construction or expansion of access roads, mining haul roads, and pads.
- Have or be willing to obtain an MSHA 48 training certificate.
- Be physically able to repetitively and safely lift up to 50 pounds.
- Be able and willing to work a project-dependent rotational schedule of up to 12 hours per day on day or night shifts, as required.
- Be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and tolerate job-related noise and vibration.
- Be prepared and willing to perform additional labor duties as required.
Nice To Haves
- Finish/trim expertise.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment in support of project scope work.
- Perform routine equipment inspections, including examining tires, fluids, lights, and brakes.
- Follow project specifications and guidelines to maintain quality standards.
- Communicate with supervisors, other operators, and site personnel to support smooth operations.
- Follow Morgan’s Safe Work Procedures and PPE policies and demonstrate understanding of safety protocols.
- Remain aware of surroundings and potential hazards, including other equipment and personnel; perform JSAs and FLHAs as required.
- Use judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Work effectively with team members and independently take ownership of tasks.
- Operate a two-way radio.
- Shovel out equipment tracks.
- Perform labor duties as required.
- Assist ground personnel as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive, industry-leading wages.
- A stipend in lieu of traditional group benefits coverage.
- Opportunities for year-round work, career development, and training.
- Project-dependent lodging and food arrangements: camp, hotel plus meal allowance, or living/subsistence allowance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
