SITE OPERATOR - HEAVY EQUIPMENT

Haynes Materials Company•Oxford, CT

2d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Operator is a field-based position responsible for supporting all phases of site preparation work in advance of vertical construction. Working under the direction of the Site Foreman or Superintendent, the Site Laborer performs hands-on tasks related to grading, excavation, utility installation, and site cleanup. This role is essential to ensuring that development sites are properly prepared to receive underground utilities, concrete flatwork, and building foundations.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in site work, civil construction, or a related labor trade
Ability to read and interpret basic grading plans, utility plans, and field markings
Familiarity with underground utility installation practices (water, sewer, storm, and conduit)
Working knowledge of hand tools and small power equipment used in site work
Strong understanding of job site safety and ability to work in compliance with OSHA regulations
Physical ability to perform sustained manual labor including lifting up to 75 lbs, digging, bending, kneeling, and working in varying weather conditions
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
Experience with trench safety / competent person designation
Operator experience with skid-steer, mini-excavator, or similar compact equipment

Responsibilities

Perform rough and finish grading activities to establish proper site elevations and drainage
Operate hand tools and assist equipment operators during cut, fill, and compaction operations
Set and check grade stakes to ensure proper elevation tolerances are maintained
Clear and grub vegetation, debris, and unsuitable material from work areas
Compact subbase material using plate compactors, jumping jacks, and hand tampers
Assist in the excavation, installation, and backfill of underground utilities including water lines, sewer lines, storm drainage, and conduit
Properly bed and backfill utility trenches per project specifications
Follow trench safety protocols including shoring, sloping, and benching requirements
Support layout crews in locating and marking utility alignments
Verify utility pipe grades using laser levels and hand levels
Prepare subgrade for concrete pads, sidewalks, curbs, and flatwork
Set and strip forms for concrete placement
Assist concrete crews with placement, screeding, and finishing operations
Install vapor barriers, wire mesh, and rebar as directed
Maintain proper subbase moisture and compaction prior to concrete pours
Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools including shovels, rakes, plate compactors, jumping jacks, concrete vibrators, and pneumatic tools
Assist equipment operators with spotting during excavation and grading activities
Perform minor maintenance on small tools and equipment (cleaning, fueling, blade changes)
Operate skid-steer loaders, dozer, or mini-excavators if certified and directed to do so
Adhere to all OSHA standards and company safety policies at all times
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety vest, steel-toed boots, gloves, and eye protection
Maintain a clean and organized job site, including debris removal and spoil management
Participate in daily toolbox talks and job hazard analysis (JHA) meetings
Immediately report unsafe conditions, near-misses, or incidents to the Foreman