Heavy Equipment Operators

Berg Construction•Reading, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Berg Construction is accepting applications for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators for current projects. Berg is an excavation and site work contractor serving residential, commercial, waste management, golf course, asphalt paving, and government projects. The company emphasizes teamwork, a strong work ethic, capable and trustworthy teams, respect, and opportunities to grow and teach. It provides year-round work, steady paychecks, potential overtime, and bonuses when the company does well. The role involves operating construction equipment and small tools, supporting excavation crews, maintaining equipment, assisting with traffic control, and performing related work safely. Work is regularly outdoors in changing weather and may involve noise, moving mechanical parts, and other job-site hazards.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in heavy civil excavation.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Pleasant and professional attitude and demeanor with internal and external customers.
Ability to follow a task through to completion.
Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and to reach with hands and arms.
Ability to stand, talk, hear instructions, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Dress appropriately for outdoor work, including boots, long pants, and provisions for working in heat, cold, dry, or wet conditions.
Ability to lift or move 25 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

Operate construction equipment to load, haul, and unload equipment, materials, and supplies.
Operate jackhammers, mowers, brush chippers, and other small equipment and tools.
Work with and assist the crew in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting materials, tools, and equipment, and performing related work.
Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, report defects or repairs to the supervisor, and clean equipment.
Assist with installing and maintaining traffic control devices.
Plow snow and salt roads and walkways according to policy.
Perform duties in accordance with applicable safety and security standards.
Perform other tasks as required by management.