Heavy Equipment Operator

Sweeney Excavation is a premier provider of commercial excavation services in Hamden, Connecticut and beyond. We specialize in site development, concrete foundation construction, and demolition.

Our Heavy Equipment Operators play a critical role in site development on infrastructure projects by safely and efficiently operating bulldozers, excavators, pay loaders, front-end loaders, and more to meet project goals. We’re looking for experienced professionals with a strong commitment to safety, maintenance, and productivity in all working conditions. By joining the Sweeney team, you can become a member of one of the leading site development contractors in Connecticut.

We take pride in having a culture built on excellence and positivity, where all team members support each other and drive themselves to reach their fullest potential.

Sweeney also offers our loader operators and other employees opportunities for professional development and advancement. Through our partnership with Build Witt Training, we provide extensive educational opportunities that enable you to expand your skills and potentially move on to other positions in the field. This is in addition to our highly competitive compensation and benefits offerings. Join Sweeney and you’ll have the opportunity to build a better Connecticut.

• Proficiently operate any or all pieces of core heavy equipment, including bulldozers, pay loaders, excavators, articulated trucks, and rock crushers.
• Comply with operations and maintenance guidelines for all heavy equipment.
• Perform a daily heavy equipment walk-around inspection and other preventive maintenance responsibilities.
• Perform job responsibilities safely in a busy, sometimes stressful environment.
• Operate equipment productively, year-round in all types of local weather and ground conditions.
• Perform tasks that have to do with site development/heavy equipment operations as assigned or directed by the Supervisor or General Manager.

• 5+ years of experience running heavy equipment. 80% to 100% of that time should fall during your employment in a site development capacity.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently, according to relevant legislation, policies, and procedures of the company.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Must have your own transportation.
• Must be able to perform daily safety and maintenance checks to equipment. Participate in routine maintenance, keep equipment clean and ensure that it is securely stored.
• Willingness to submit to (and ability to pass) a comprehensive background check and drug screen.
• Ability to provide documentation that you are a citizen of the US or otherwise have clearance to work in the US and the state of Connecticut.

Our comprehensive medical coverage keeps your family healthy and happy. The plan covers primary care visits, outpatient procedures, diagnostics, mental health care, and more. New hires for heavy equipment operator jobs with Sweeney become eligible for health insurance coverage after 90 days of employment.