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Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavation Job at Thornapple Excavating, Inc. in Gran

Thornapple Excavating, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI, United States, 49528

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Who is Thornapple Excavating?

Over the last 40 years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

Position: Dozer Operator

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

FT / PT Status: Full-Time

Who is Thornapple Excavating?

Over the last 40 years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Operate a dozer, excavator, or other heavy equipment safely and efficiently
  • Ability to operate proficiently and at a “finish grade” level
  • Read and understand blueprints to understand the site plan
  • Set up rotary lasers and use for site grading
  • Communicate with site supervisor or foreman about the site-specific specifications or requirements or general plans
  • Communicate with laborers, truck drivers, and other employees to help keep the site running safely and efficiently
  • Perform general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily
  • Clean and maintain equipment inside and out
  • Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day
  • Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating a different piece of equipment or helping laborers when a situation demands it
  • Knowledge and understanding of commercial excavating and grades
  • Consistently show up on time and ready to work
  • Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times

Job Qualifications:

  • Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment
  • Must have a firm understanding grades and commercial earthwork
  • Prior experience with operating with GPS is encouraged, but not required
  • Ability to perform your work with limited direction / supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment
  • Comfortable working in a high-stress environment
  • Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done
  • Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

  • 1-5 years excavation (preferred) or construction experience operating heavy equipment

Involves the operation of small equipment and tools, including:

  • Pavement breakers and jackhammers
  • Cement, plaster, and mortar mixers
  • Saws

Benefits Our Employees Enjoy:

  • 401(k) with company match
  • 100% paid company paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Year-end bonuses
  • Company events and outings
  • Referral bonus

Schedule:

  • Day shift with OT opportunity
  • Monday - Friday, no weekends
  • Work Location - 50 mile radius of Grand Rapids, MI

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

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Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing

  • Industries

    Internet Publishing

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