Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

Description

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more pieces of heavy equipment, including excavators, dozers, motor graders, scrapers, and off-road haul trucks. 
• Perform mass excavation, rough and finish grading, structural excavation, backfill, pavement base installation, and utility trench excavation. 
• Place, spread, and compact backfill materials in accordance with project specifications. 
• Read and interpret grade stakes, survey layout, and GPS grade control systems. 
• Perform grade checking and assist with layout activities as needed. 
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment deficiencies. 
• Work safely around underground utilities, other equipment, and personnel. 
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA, regulations, and project-specific requirements. 
• Work collaboratively with foremen, superintendents, and crew members to complete projects efficiently. 

• Maintain assigned equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition. 
• Participate in required safety meetings and trainings. 
• Assist with general labor duties as needed. 
• Extended hours, overtime, weekends, and/or shifts may be required. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred. 
• Previous heavy equipment operating experience in heavy civil construction preferred. 
• Experience performing earthwork, grading, excavation, and underground utility construction preferred., 
• Experience reading grade stakes, survey layouts, and GPS grade control systems preferred. 
• Prior OSHA or construction safety training is preferred. 

• Valid driver's license required. 
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening. 
• Positions must follow Morgan Corp.'s Fit-for-Duty Physical Program. 
• Ability to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, and/or night shifts as project schedules require. 
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and other environmental conditions common to heavy civil construction. 
• Strong commitment to Morgan Corp.'s safety policies, procedures and  OSHA regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills. 
• Ability to solve problems and adapt to changing job site conditions and limited supervision.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, holidays, and a paid winter shutdown
• Professional development & career growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment in a respected, growing company