Heavy Equipment Operator

Landwehr Construction, a fifth-generation family-owned business, has built a reputation for outstanding customer service and commitment to excellence since 1895. As a turn-key site contractor, we provide a wide range of services including crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy construction, machinery moving, renewable energy projects, sitework & utilities, and wetland specialty services.

With three locations in the Midwest, including St. Cloud and Chaska, MN, and a division in Sioux Falls, SD, our expansive fleet and skilled team are equipped to tackle any project, regardless of scale or complexity.

Rooted in a rich history with a vision for the future, we continue to push the construction industry forward and meet the challenges of tomorrow. We are built to last; we are Landwehr.

This is a union position, pay and benefits will be based on the collective bargaining agreement.

Heavy Equipment Operators for Heavy-Civil construction projects focusing on earthwork, GPS machine control, underground utilities, energy-related and demolition work.

• Drives or controls heavy equipment to complete tasks at the construction site. Heavy equipment operation includes Front End Loader, Dozer, Blades, Skid Loader, Backhoe/Excavator to move material and equipment.
• Inspecting equipment before and after use to ensure it's in good working order.
• Monitoring loads/unloads during use.
• Load and unload equipment needed on job site.
• Communicates with crew using hand signals and 2-way radios.
• Travels to job sites as needed.

• Places safety as a top priority.
• Must be a team player but work collaboratively with crew.
• Current OSHA 10 or 30 is a plus.
• CDL License is a plus.

Landwehr Construction is an AA/EEO/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer. Women, minorities and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.

Individual compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.