Selective Demolition Operator

Selective Demolition Operator

Fiore & Sons, Inc. is an employee-owned civil construction company with over 70 years of experience serving Colorado and the surrounding states. As an industry leader known for innovation, environmental stewardship, and a people-first culture, we believe in sharing success with our team. We offer stability, career growth, and exceptional benefits, including 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums. At Fiore, every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to make an impact.

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The Selective Demolition Operator is responsible for safely operating equipment, tools, and specialized demolition attachments to perform precision demolition activities within occupied, partially occupied, and structurally sensitive environments. This role removes designated building components while protecting adjacent structures, utilities, finishes, and ongoing operations. The Selective Demolition Operator works closely with project leadership, field personnel, and building stakeholders to execute demolition activities safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

The Selective Demolition Operator must possess strong equipment operation skills, situational awareness, and knowledge of demolition methods, building systems, utility identification, dust control, and demolition sequencing. This position plays a critical role in maintaining safety, quality, and productivity while minimizing disruption to surrounding operations and preserving existing conditions.

Total Compensation

$26.83 to $50.63 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Operation

• Safely operate mini excavators, compact track loaders, skid steers, hydraulic breakers, broncos, dingoes, plasma cutters, and other equipment used in selective demolition operations.
• Perform precision demolition activities while protecting adjacent structures, systems, and finishes.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and routine equipment maintenance checks.
• Identify and report equipment deficiencies or maintenance concerns.

Selective Demolition Activities

• Remove interior and exterior building components in accordance with demolition plans and project requirements.
• Demolish walls, ceilings, flooring systems, concrete, structural components, mechanical systems, and architectural finishes as directed.
• Execute demolition activities in occupied facilities while minimizing impacts to building occupants and operations.
• Follow established demolition sequencing and work plans.
• Assist with material sorting, recycling, salvage, and debris management efforts.
• Maintain awareness of structural conditions and immediately report concerns or unforeseen conditions.

Safety and Compliance

• Comply with all Company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Participate in daily safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and pre-task planning activities.
• Identify and mitigate hazards associated with demolition activities.
• Utilize proper dust suppression, containment, and environmental control measures.
• Maintain awareness of potential asbestos, lead, silica, mold, and other environmental hazards.
• Exercise Stop Work Authority when unsafe conditions exist.

Utility and Existing Condition Protection

• Verify utility locations, disconnects, and protection requirements prior to commencing work.
• Protect active utilities, occupied spaces, and existing building systems.
• Maintain awareness of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, and communication systems.
• Assist with implementation of temporary protections and containment systems.

Teamwork and Communication

• Coordinate daily activities with Foremen, Superintendents, Laborers, and other project team members.
• Communicate equipment needs, site conditions, and operational concerns to project leadership.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced operators and laborers.
• Maintain professional interactions with clients, building occupants, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assist with debris removal, material staging, and site logistics.
• Secure equipment, tools, and work…