Heavy Equipment Operator; Missoula)

Are you ready to take the driver’s seat and power up some serious machinery? Williams Civil Construction in Missoula, Montana is hiring Operators to be part of our action‑packed worksites including utilities and site development. We’re looking for skilled individuals who can safely and efficiently operate a variety of equipment such as blades, dozers, loaders, excavators, haul trucks, water trucks, etc.

• Safety is our top priority; as an Operator, you’ll keep a keen eye for hazards to keep yourself and the team out of harm’s way.
• Operate a diverse range of heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, blades, haul trucks, water trucks, and dozers, for everything from precise excavation to smooth paving prep.
• Ensure safe slopes on excavations, proper barricading, and compliance with trenching and shoring standards.
• Every day presents new challenges; you’ll tackle them head‑on, whether it’s troubleshooting equipment issues or adapting to changing site conditions, using your quick‑think skills.
• Travel from interstate highways to rural dirt roads from various locations.

• 2+ Years Operating Experience – Excavator / Loader / Dozer / Blade
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards, aggregate sizes, classifications, and weight requirements of loads leaving the pit
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and write short correspondence
• Numerical skills: add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions

• Competitive Wage ($30 – $42/hour DOE)
• Medical Insurance – 3 affordable plans with HSA/FSA options; HSA Employer Contribution of $600/$1,200 (Individual/Family) if selecting the HDHP HSA plan;
  Telemedicine
• Dental & Vision
• Employer 401(k) match up to 8% (based on company profitability)
• Paid Time Off and 6 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Accident, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• Williams Academy:
  In‑person training events, access to over 60 online courses, ongoing professional development opportunities
• Co‑workers committed to teamwork, individual responsibility, and success
• Company Events (Archery Tournament, Golf Tournament, Party in the Pit, and more!)
• Opportunity to live and play in Montana