Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator

DPR Construction • Charlotte, NC

21h

About The Position

Performs standard and moderately complex heavy equipment operations to support safe and efficient project execution. Operates and maintains assigned construction equipment, such as excavators, dozers, and loaders, for site preparation, grading, and material movement in accordance with project specifications and safety requirements. Collaborates with crew members and supervision to coordinate work sequencing, inspect equipment, and identify and resolve minor issues encountered during daily operations.

DPR describes its roles as a commitment to building great things together. Employees are expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and act in the best interest of the team, customer, project, and organization. The company emphasizes trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action, respect for individuals, integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness, and an ever-forward mindset.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Completion of an accredited operating engineers apprenticeship program or 2–4 years of experience in heavy equipment operations or a related field.
• Completion of the OSHA 10 program within 6 months of hire is required.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy construction equipment to complete assigned grading, trenching, and material-handling tasks safely and accurately.
• Conduct daily inspections and basic maintenance on assigned equipment to ensure reliable performance and compliance with safety standards.
• Follow project plans and direction from supervision to execute assigned work efficiently and in the proper sequence.
• Adjust equipment operation as needed to respond to changing site or soil conditions.
• Collaborate with crew members to maintain clear communication and organized site logistics.
• Maintain clean, hazard-free work areas and ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Promptly report equipment issues, incidents, or unsafe conditions to supervision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED