Traveling Equipment Operators
About The Position
The Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment safely and efficiently in support of heavy civil construction projects. Work includes excavation, backfilling, grading, and transporting materials according to grade stakes, project plans, and supervisor direction. This is a travel position requiring assignment to active construction projects for extended periods throughout the Central Region. Projects may be located in Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and West Virginia. The operator must be willing and able to temporarily relocate to project areas and work away from home for prolonged durations. Assignments, durations, and locations may change based on workload and project demands. Work is primarily performed on active construction sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects. The role involves exposure to outdoor weather, heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards. Personal protective equipment is mandatory at all job sites.
Requirements
- Willingness to learn and accept directions from supervisors.
- Strong working knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
- Ability to work safely and efficiently with tools and equipment, including power and non-power tools.
- Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
- At least 18 years old.
- Willingness and ability to temporarily relocate to project areas and work away from home for prolonged periods.
- Flexibility to accommodate changes in project assignments, durations, and locations.
- Valid driver’s license may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Equipment Operator experience in heavy civil construction.
Responsibilities
- Arrive on time and notify the supervisor in advance if late, absent, or needing to leave early.
- Know and follow safety policies applicable to the craft.
- Use established verbal, hand, eye, and radio communication.
- Operate equipment safely and responsibly.
- Follow grade stakes, layout, plans, and supervisor instructions.
- Dig, backfill, grade, and transport materials efficiently or as directed.
- Know the locations of overhead and underground utilities and use proper potholing techniques and safe working clearances.
- Understand the working capacities of assigned equipment.
- Complete daily equipment inspections and immediately report deficiencies.
- Keep the equipment cab and work area clean and maintained.
- Immediately report accidents, incidents, and near misses.
- Maintain a good attitude and focus on continuous improvement.
- Respect coworkers, customers, the public, and equipment.
- Assist with other tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage through the Local Union Health Fund.
- Employer contributions to pension and annuity funds per the applicable CBA.
- Project-based overtime, shift differential, per diem or subsistence, and travel eligibility.
- Ames-sponsored mental health benefits.
- Ames-sponsored virtual physical therapy benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
