Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Heavy Equipment Operator (Waterfront Construction) – Top Pay + No Weekends

Greater Canton, OH Area
  Full-Time | Monday–Friday


$20 – $32 per hour (based on experience + performance)
️ Overtime + Performance Bonuses


Why This Job Stands Out

• No weekends – consistent schedule
  
  
• Performance-based raises (not time-based)
  
  
• Unique work (waterfront projects, not basic dirt work)
  
  
• Real growth path (Crew Lead / Foreman roles)
  
  
• Tight crews that move fast and get work done right
  
  

Who We Are


Down to Earth Waterfront (D2E) builds high-end outdoor environments—docks, seawalls, bulkheads, patios, and full waterfront transformations.


Our mindset:
 We’re in the entertainment business… we just happen to build it.


We’re growing fast and looking for operators who take pride in their work and want to be part of a high-performance team.


What You’ll Do

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently:
  
  
  • Excavators
    
    
  • Skid steers
    
    
  • Telehandlers
    
    
  • Mini track loaders
    
    
• Assist with construction of:
  
  
  • Docks, seawalls, and bulkheads
    
    
  • Retaining walls and hardscapes
    
    
• Load, move, and stage materials on active jobsites
  
  
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on equipment
  
  
• Work with your crew to keep jobs moving efficiently and on schedule
  
  
• Maintain safety awareness—especially around water and uneven terrain
  
  

What We’re Looking For


1–3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience
Ability to understand grades, elevations, and layout lines
Strong work ethic – moves with purpose, not slow-paced
Team player willing to jump in wherever needed


Bonus (Not Required):

• Experience in waterfront or marine construction
  
  
• CDL
  
  

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
  
  
• Reliable transportation
  
  
• Drug-free workplace
  
  
• Clean background
  
  

Pay Structure 


We pay based on skill, efficiency, and production—not just seat time.

• $20–$24/hr Entry-level operator (basic machine skills)
  
  
• $25–$28/hr Solid operator (productive, reliable)
  
  
• $29–$32/hr High-level operator (precise, efficient, jobsite impact)
  
  

Fast Raises Available Based On:

• Accuracy and efficiency
  
  
• Ability to read grade and execute without rework
  
  
• Jobsite awareness and teamwork
  
  
• Production output
  
  

Performance Bonuses Available
(High performers consistently earn more)


What You Get

• Competitive pay + overtime
  
  
• No weekends
  
  
• Career advancement opportunities
  
  
• Training in specialized waterfront construction
  
  
• Strong team culture (no lazy crews, no micromanaging)
  
  
• Company outings and team events
  
  

Who This Job Is Perfect For

• Operators tired of boring, repetitive dirt work
  
  
• People who want to learn a specialized, high-value skillset
  
  
• Workers who take pride in precision and efficiency
  
  

Who This Job Is NOT For

• Operators who just “move dirt” without thinking
  
  
• People who need constant direction
  
  
• Anyone who cuts corners or works slow
  
  

Apply Today


If you want steady work, strong pay, and projects you can actually be proud of, apply now.