We are a small family owned grading and excavating company that has been in business for over 20 years. We are looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our crew. If you take pride in your work, value a team that feels like family and want steady year round employment, then apply today!

Matching + 401K

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Weekly

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Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment including excavators, scrapers, bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, and skid steers
Perform grading for site preparation, roads, and conservation projects
Work closely with our small crew on residential and commercial projects
Maintain equipment and keep job sites clean and organized
Work with machine control GPS
Conduct routine inspections of equipment before and after use to ensure optimal performance and safety standards are met.
Assist with site setup and cleanup activities, including moving materials and debris efficiently across the construction site.
Collaborate with team members to execute project plans accurately while adhering to safety protocols and construction schedules.
Maintain detailed records of equipment usage, maintenance needs, and operational logs for accountability and compliance purposes.
Follow all safety procedures diligently to prevent accidents and ensure a secure work environment for all personnel.

Requirements

Proven experience operating heavy construction equipment on active job sites.
Mechanical knowledge of heavy machinery maintenance and troubleshooting.
Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with experience driving front loader trucks, dump trucks, water trucks, roll-off trucks, or similar vehicles.
Familiarity with construction site operations and safety regulations.
Ability to operate specialized equipment such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, cranes, concrete mixers, tankers, and farm machinery confidently.
Strong understanding of construction processes involving Caterpillar (CAT) equipment or similar brands is preferred.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Health insurance
Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Japp Brothers Grading

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