Heavy Plant & Earthworks Operator

    Highlights

    From the first bucket in the ground to the final pass on grade, you’ll be the go-to operator who keeps operations moving with precision and care. Operate a range of heavy plant—excavators, dozers, and backhoes—for excavation, grading, and site preparation.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationToano, VA

    Description

    Build Foundations That Last — Newport News, VA

    From the first bucket in the ground to the final pass on grade, you’ll be the go-to operator who keeps operations moving with precision and care. Join our construction team and help deliver safe, on-time sitework.

    What you’ll tackle

    • Operate a range of heavy plant—excavators, dozers, and backhoes—for excavation, grading, and site preparation.
    • Perform daily inspections, routine service, and basic troubleshooting to ensure optimal machine performance.
    • Champion safety by following all site rules and industry regulations without exception.
    • Coordinate with supervisors and crew to hit schedule and budget targets.
    • Document equipment utilization and maintenance; escalate issues to management quickly.

    What you’ll bring

    • High school diploma or equivalent; industry certifications are advantageous.
    • Demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment on construction/industrial projects.
    • Working knowledge of safe operating practices for heavy machinery.
    • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications.
    • Effective communicator and dependable teammate.
    • Physical capability to perform the demands of outdoor equipment operation.
    • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

    Specialized strengths

    • Excavator Operation
    • Skid Steer Operation
    • Heavy Machinery

    Machines & technologies

    • Backhoe

    If you take pride in meticulous earthwork and reliable equipment handling, we’d like to hear from you.

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