Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator

Saiia Construction Company LLC, a Mas Tec company, is hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators with excavator (mass production experience) and dozer experience to work night shift in a quarry environment in Calera, AL. Local candidates from Calera/Birmingham, AL are preferred.

• Operate excavator to dig holes and trenches and transport earth, gravel, and other materials to designated areas.
• Operate bulldozer or grader to level, distribute, and move soil, sand, ore, rock, and other items; may attach auxiliary tools as needed.
• Operate dump truck, scraper, tractor‑driven scraper, or water truck to transport or dump materials such as sand, soil, rock, gravel, or water.
• Use GPS grade technology when required.
• Participate in required training and ensure all safety rules, procedures, policies, OSHA and MSHA regulations are followed.

• Knowledge of EPA, OSHA, MSHA and state/federal regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Proficiency with email, smartphone, tablet, or computer for information management.
• Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
• Maintain acceptable attendance standards according to employee handbook.
• Approach work in a meticulous, thorough, and timely manner.

• Lift/Carry 0‑10 lbs:
  Occasionally
• Lift/Carry 10‑50 lbs:
  Occasionally
• Reach above:
  Occasionally
• Bend/Stoop:
  Occasionally
• Use hands for manipulations:
  Continuously
• Vision: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing: ability to hear equipment and facility signals, horns, alarms, radio, and phone communications.

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) – coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
• Group legal plan.

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Availability of accommodations is assured. We do not ask for any payment or personal information. This position is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in accordance with applicable laws.