Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Gay

About this role

We are hiring an experienced heavy equipment operator based in Gay, GA to run bulldozers and excavators on civil construction projects across Georgia, the Florida panhandle and Alabama. This role focuses on safe, productive machine operation with strong GPS machine-control skills. You will work on site-prep, grading and excavation tasks, operate multiple machine types as needed, and follow site-specific safety procedures.

Travel to regional projects is regular - expect multi-day assignments across nearby states.

What you'll do Operate bulldozers and excavators safely and efficiently for site prep, grading, trenching and finish work

Run additional equipment as needed (grader, loader, skid steer, dump truck) to support project tasks

Use GPS machine control and rovers to set and verify grades and maintain tolerances

Perform daily equipment inspections, routine maintenance and report defects

Follow site safety plans, complete site-specific orientation, and maintain clear communication with supervisors

Travel to job sites across Georgia, the Florida panhandle and Alabama and perform multi-day assignments when required

What we're looking for Proven experience operating bulldozers and excavators on civil construction sites

Hands-on experience with GPS machine control systems and GPS rovers

Ability to operate graders, loaders, skid steers and dump trucks as job needs dictate

Basic heavy equipment maintenance and pre-shift inspection skills

Comfortable with regular travel and multi-day job site assignments across GA, FL panhandle and ALCommitment to safe work practices and following site-specific safety procedures

Qualifications

Valid driver's license; CDL preferred if assigned to haul/dump truck duties

Experience with GPS machine control systems (required)
OSHA 10-hour construction safety card or equivalent preferred

Ability to pass a drug screen and background check

English required;
Spanish a plus

What we offer

Medical and dental insurance options

Paid time off and paid holidays

Overtime opportunities on regional projects

Support for training and equipment-specific certifications

Per diem or travel allowance for multi-day assignments

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