Heavy Equipment Operator - Scraper
About The Position
Alliance Construction is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to support commercial earthwork, site preparation and development, street and highway work, demolition, and underground utility projects in Sioux Falls and surrounding areas. The role involves operating scrapers and dozers, preparing and grading sites, maintaining equipment, interpreting grade stakes and construction plans, and following safety procedures. Work may take place in town or out of town and can involve physically demanding tasks and all-weather conditions. The position is generally available Monday through Friday, with very minimal weekend work. Alliance Construction describes its crew as inclusive and supportive and emphasizes safety, productivity, efficiency, and quality. The company offers competitive weekly pay, overtime opportunities, a benefits package, paid holidays and PTO, dependable well-maintained equipment, and work/life balance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license; a CDL is a bonus but is not required.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work and work in all weather conditions.
- Ability to withstand the constant bumps and jolts associated with operating heavy equipment.
- Excellent hand, eye, and foot coordination to operate multiple pedals, levers, and computerized controls simultaneously.
- Available Monday through Friday, with very minimal weekend work.
Nice To Haves
- Commercial driver's license (CDL).
Responsibilities
- Safely operate twin-engine or single-engine scrapers to load, haul, and dump dirt, and operate dozers to push and level bulk earth.
- Perform daily walk-around safety inspections, grease equipment, check fluid levels, and connect hydraulic hoses.
- Cut, fill, and grade terrain to specified elevations.
- Assist with general labor tasks as needed.
- Read and interpret construction stakes and/or electronic GPS monitors to determine material to add or remove.
- Read and understand engineer plans, specifications, and applicable regulations.
- Follow safety procedures and regulations, with particular attention to underground utilities and other equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Overtime opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Dependable, well-maintained equipment
- Excellent work/life balance
- Inclusive and supportive crew
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
