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Foundation Heavy Equipment Operator

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50301, USA
Listing for: D.R. Horton
Full Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-08-31
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Foundation Heavy Equipment Operator

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest home builder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for home buyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Foundation Heavy Equipment Operator. The right candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of multiple pieces of construction equipment including bulldozers, forklifts, back hoes, dump trucks, cargo trucks, and hydraulic truck cranes. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Operate equipment to assist in the construction of structures including basements and foundations

• Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures

• Ensure company equipment and material is maintained, kept cleaned, and stored in a safe manner

• Keep work area and equipment clean by collecting and disposing of scrap, excess materials, and refuse

• Complete required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation as required

• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

• Ability to work overtime, late nights and occasional weekends if requested

• Troubleshoot equipment to detect and fix operating problems

• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, and clean, lubricate and refill the equipment as necessary

• Ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the company's safety program

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to understand and communicate in basic English

On-the-job training or vocational school program completion

Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience within the road construction industry or operating heavy equipment

May require CDL in compliance within DOT guidelines

Ability to operate multiple pieces of construction equipment

Proficiency with MS Office and email

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

3 or 4 years of a combination of technical instruction and on-the-job or field training

Experience reading plans

Ability to coordinate your actions with those of other workers

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Dental and Vision 401(K) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Flex Spending Accounts Life & Disability Insurance Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America's Builder. #We Build People Too

Job:
Construction

Primary

Location:

Iowa-Des Moines

Organization:
Home Builder

Schedule:

Full-time

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