Heavy Equipment Operator

Dunigan Bros. Inc.Jackson, MI
Onsite

About The Position

Prepare groundwork and materials for the construction of underground water mains, sanitary sewers, and storm sewers.

Requirements

  • Experience operating heavy equipment for excavation, grading, compaction, and/or material handling
  • Knowing the shortest and best route between starting and completing work
  • Resourceful and work in a well-organized way to gain maximum effect through a minimum number of steps
  • Drawn to challenges that engage your mind and test your skills
  • Safety and quality are a reflection of who you are
  • Driver’s license reflects a safe driving history
  • High School diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

  • Underground utility experience

Responsibilities

  • Provide timely and safe transportation of equipment to and from sites
  • Ensure construction is built in alignment with plan specifications by reading, measuring, and accurately interpreting grades and elevations
  • Contribute to the successful and safe completion of projects by skillfully maneuvering loaders, skid steers, rollers, dozers, backhoes, hoe packs, small excavators, and other heavy equipment to achieve required grade and compaction of earth and trenches
  • Enable seamless workflows by anticipating crew needs and providing timely support and access to materials
  • Maintain the integrity of work and surrounding infrastructure with proper material placement and backfilling
  • Maximize equipment safety, efficiency, reliability, and longevity through regular cleaning, maintenance, minor repairs, and proactive completion of usage/performance records
  • Prioritize safety by operating with awareness and caution in areas with pedestrian and vehicular traffic

Benefits

  • 401k with 8% employer contribution after 1st full year of employment
  • Platinum healthcare with minimal employee costs ($25 per week for family care)
  • Twice annual vacation fund payouts
  • Unlimited training, both hands-on and online
  • Gift cards
  • Birthday gifts
  • Go home early days when possible
  • Ariat apparel allowance

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

1-10 employees

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