Heavy Equipment Operators
About The Position
Morgan is hiring Heavy Equipment Operators to support multiple long-term heavy civil construction projects in Nevada, beginning in December 2026 or January 2027, and Idaho, beginning in January or February 2027. Operators may work with dozers, excavators, graders, or rock trucks on project scope work, including construction or expansion of access roads, mining haul roads, and pads. Finish and trim expertise is highly preferred. The project-dependent rotation is 14 days on and 7 days off, with 12-hour day or night shifts as required. Schedules may change depending on project needs. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions and involves noise, vibration, and repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds. Workers must be prepared to perform additional labor duties and assist ground personnel as required. Project-dependent lodging and food arrangements include camp, hotel plus meal allowance, or a living/subsistence allowance.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of recent experience operating any of the following: D6T, D8, or D10 dozers; 20- to 90-ton excavators; 14H/M or 16H/M graders; or 40- to 100-ton rock trucks.
- Recent experience operating equipment for construction or expansion of access roads, mining haul roads, and pads.
- Be physically conditioned to repetitively and safely lift up to 50 pounds.
- Be able to work a project-dependent rotational schedule, up to 12 hours per day, on day or night shifts as required.
- Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions and handle noise and vibration.
- Be prepared and willing to perform additional labor duties as required.
Nice To Haves
- Finish/trim expertise is highly preferred.
- Have or be willing to obtain an MSHA 48 training certificate.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment in support of project scope work.
- Perform routine equipment inspections, including checking tires, fluids, lights, and brakes.
- Follow project specifications and guidelines to maintain quality standards.
- Communicate with supervisors, other operators, and site personnel.
- Follow Morgan's Safe Work Procedures and PPE policies and adhere to safety protocols.
- Monitor the surrounding environment for hazards, including other equipment and personnel.
- Perform JSA and FLHA assessments as required.
- Use sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborate with team members and independently take ownership of tasks.
- Operate a two-way radio.
- Shovel out equipment tracks.
- Perform labor duties and assist ground personnel as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 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
