Senior Heavy Equipment Operator

Elmington•Nashville, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating heavy construction equipment in support of Elmington Construction projects. This position will perform a variety of sitework activities, including excavation, grading, trenching, loading, material movement, site preparation, and other construction-related tasks. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, experienced with heavy equipment, and able to work effectively with superintendents, field teams, subcontractors, and other project personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in commercial, residential, civil, or site-development construction.
Demonstrated experience operating equipment such as excavators, dozers, skid steers, loaders, backhoes, or similar machinery.
Valid driver's license required when operating company vehicles or equipment where applicable.
Ability to understand and follow jobsite safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with equipment maintenance preferred.
Equipment-specific training, certifications, or licenses may be required depending on project needs and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

Safely operate heavy construction equipment based on project and site needs.
Operate equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, loaders, backhoes, compactors, and similar construction equipment.
Perform excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, loading, site preparation, and material-moving activities.
Follow project plans, grade requirements, construction layouts, and instructions provided by field leadership.
Perform daily walk-around inspections and routine equipment checks before operation.
Identify and promptly report equipment deficiencies, unsafe conditions, maintenance needs, or mechanical concerns.
Ensure equipment safety components remain operational and are never bypassed or disabled, consistent with Elmington Construction safety requirements.
Maintain equipment in clean and safe operating conditions.
Follow established procedures when equipment requires maintenance or must be taken out of service.
Work safely around underground and overhead utilities and immediately communicate potential hazards to field leadership.
Maintain awareness of employees, subcontractors, pedestrians, vehicles, structures, and other equipment operating within the work area.
Safely load, move, stockpile, and place construction materials as required.
Assist with general sitework and project needs when equipment operation is not required.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
Follow all company safety policies, jobsite requirements, and applicable safety regulations.
Wear required personal protective equipment and participate in required safety meetings and training.
Communicate effectively with superintendents, foremen, project teams, subcontractors, and other field personnel.
Demonstrate Elmington Construction's core values in daily work and interactions.