Heavy Equipment Operator

Posillico Civil•Capitol Heights, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Martins Construction, a Posillico Company, is one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s most prominent general contractors in heavy highway and bridge construction. Reinforcing that reputation is the commitment from our tightly-knit group of project managers and field crews who ensure that unmatched quality, value, and integrity are built into every one of our projects. Since 1993, Martins Construction has consistently tackled some of the region’s largest and most challenging projects with safety, reliability, and efficiency. Our expertise span multiple core segments of the heavy highway and bridge construction arena, across Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC. J ob Summary: The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and productive operation of heavy construction equipment in support of highway and bridge construction projects. This role involves material handling, excavation, grading, and site preparation while maintaining compliance with all safety regulations and project specifications.

Requirements

Proven experience operating heavy construction equipment in a construction environment preferred
Strong safety awareness and ability to follow instructions
Good manual dexterity, balance, and hand-eye coordination
Follow oral and written directions and plans
Required to wear safety toe boots and four-inch sleeves on shirts, along with any additional PPE (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, etc
Ability to pass drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty tests. All employees are subject to randoms and reasonable suspicion drug testing
Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Operate heavy construction equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, and related machinery in a safe and efficient manner
Accurately maneuver equipment to excavate, grade, load, and place materials according to project requirements
Load and offload rocks, debris, and construction materials
Perform daily pre- and post-operation inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working condition
Maintain clean and organized equipment, including cleanup at the end of each shift
Comply with all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and jobsite safety requirements
Coordinate with foremen, supervisors, spotters, and other crew members to ensure safe operations
Assist with general site tasks as needed when not operating equipment
Attend weekly toolbox talks and all other company safety meetings.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Foreman or Superintendent