Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator (Civil / Environmental Excavation)
Pay: $45 $55/hour
Location:Concord CA

Skillforce is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator who can handle both mass excavation and technical work in the field.

This isnt just moving dirt. Were looking for someone who can work around tight tolerances understand whats on the plans and stay in sync with the crew to keep production moving safely and efficiently. Schedule is Monday through Friday averaging 45 to 50 hours per week.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Operating excavators (mini up to 120k lb.) dozers loaders and skid steers
• Performing mass excavation and precise soil removal in active job sites
• Executing fine grading using laser levels and grade stakes
• Working around utilities structures and environmentally sensitive areas
• Installing and working around trench shoring systems (slide rail trench boxes etc.)
• Coordinating with laborers spotters and foreman during excavation operations
• Performing layout support including marking excavation limits and alignments
• Running long reach equipment when needed for deep or specialty excavation
• Loading trucks and feeding screening or processing equipment
• Completing daily equipment inspections and maintaining safe operation

What Were Looking For:

• 5 years of equipment operating experience in civil or environmental work
• Strong excavator skills with both production and technical excavation
• Ability to read grading stakes and understand civil plans
• Experience working with shoring systems and trench safety practices
• Comfortable working in tight spaces around utilities and in active sites
• Team player who can communicate well with crews and field leadership

Certifications:

• HAZWOPER (preferred can be provided if needed)
• OSHA 10 or 30 (training available if needed)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance