Excavator / Heavy Equipment Operator

Stella Construction & Home Services
  • Boston, MA
  • $30–$40 Per Hour
  • Instant Apply
5 days ago

Job Description

Stella Construction & Home Services

Excavator / Heavy Equipment Operator


Location: Boston, MA - Metro-North & Greater Boston Area

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $30 to $40 per hour, based on experience


About Us

Since 2008, Stella Construction has specialized in high-end renovations and custom home additions throughout the Metro-North area. We take pride in treating every client like family and delivering exceptional quality on every project.


Our team culture is built on teamwork, integrity, and a shared commitment to excellence. We value our employees and are committed to investing in our people.


Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Excavator / Heavy Equipment Operator to join our growing team.


In this role, you will operate heavy machinery to support site preparation, trenching, and earthmoving activities. You will work alongside supervisors, site managers, and other team members to complete construction projects safely and efficiently.


Key Responsibilities

  • Operate excavators and other heavy equipment for excavation, trenching, site preparation, and earthmoving.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and site plans.
  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
  • Assist with additional construction site activities, including concrete work and general labor.
  • Collaborate with supervisors, site managers, and team members to complete assigned work.
  • Follow all applicable safety regulations, company policies, and municipal guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Proven experience operating excavators and skid steers.
  • Experience operating both mini and full-size excavators.
  • Valid heavy equipment operator certification or equivalent training.
  • Valid hoisting license required.
  • Strong knowledge of excavation techniques, trenching, and site preparation.
  • Experience driving a dump truck.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints and drawings.
  • Ability to perform physical labor and assist with tasks beyond equipment operation.
  • Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation required.
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions and adapt to changing job site needs.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $30 to $40 per hour, based on experience.
  • Full-time position.
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Massachusetts earned sick time.
  • Company vehicle and phone allowance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stella Roofing Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any protected status.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBoston, MA
Salary$30–$40 Per Hour

Skills

  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Concreteunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Drawingsunmatched
  • Construction Projectsunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Dump Truck/Tipperunmatched
  • Earthmoving/Earthworksunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Excavationunmatched
  • Excavatorunmatched
  • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
  • Roofingunmatched
  • Skid Steer Loaderunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched

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