ZipRecruiter is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator - Richmond in Rockville

Overview

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator - Richmond

Department: Grading

Reports to: Project Superintendent / Project Foreman

Major Role and Purpose: Operates heavy industrial equipment such as dozers, excavators, backhoes or other grading or excavating equipment to move and level materials such as dirt and gravel.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the activity within the site.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Spread dirt in fill area.
• Clear and grub area being worked.
• Perform fine and rough grade operations.
• Run a fill area.
• Read slope stakes.
• Cut slope to the job’s specifications (type of slope, ditch cut depths, and fill section heights).
• Direct trucks and equipment where to off-load, stock, or spread material loads.
• Water, oil, grease, service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment.
• Operate equipment in a safe and consistent manner.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: 3-5 years operating various heavy equipment
• Valid Driver’s License
• Understand GPS grade control
• Knowledge of grades

Company Information and Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer: EOE/M/F/Vet

About Branscome: Branscome has provided infrastructure in Virginia for over 60 years. We deliver a range of services including excavation, site work, underground utilities, asphalt paving, ready-mix concrete, and more to clients such as VDOT and local governments. We value teamwork, safety, and excellence in customer service.

Branscome benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and professional development.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Branscome is committed to a diverse, innovative team and to providing equal opportunity in hiring, promotions, and all terms of employment without discrimination. If you need assistance completing the online application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (757) 229-2504. For accessibility accommodations, email HR@branscome.com.

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