Heavy Equipment Operators - Earthwork (Gainesville, TX) Austin Bridge & Road

Austin Bridge & Road•Denton, TX

17h

About The Position

Austin Bridge & Road is hiring Heavy Equipment Operators for earthwork in Gainesville, Texas. The role involves operating construction equipment to move, position, and reposition materials and equipment in work areas. Operators inspect and maintain equipment, follow signals from riggers, and take precautions to avoid hazards and obstructions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any U.S. employer; the company cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Candidates must pass a drug screen and physical. No minimum education is required, and the position requires 1–3 years of experience operating equipment in a construction setting. Austin Bridge & Road is an equal opportunity employer and a 100% employee-owned company. The company offers medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, along with a matching 401(k) plan.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience operating equipment in a construction setting.
Must pass a drug screen and physical.
Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
No minimum education requirements.

Responsibilities

Operate excavators, water trucks, loaders, compactors, and skid steers.
Inspect equipment daily for safety issues and identify malfunctioning parts.
Clean, maintain, and lubricate equipment.
Avoid potential hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, other equipment, workers, and falling objects.
Operate equipment according to signals from a rigger.
Start engines and use throttles, switches, levers, and pedals to operate machines.
Perform other duties as assigned.