Heavy Equipment Operator

SKILLED HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

2,000$ SIGNING BONUS THROUGH MAY 2026!

Pay: $26.00 - $33.00 per hour

Ruston Paving is a commercial and industrial paving construction contractor with offices in New York, Virginia, and North Carolina. Established in 1943, we are a family‑oriented company that has been in business for three generations. Our company is capable of all types of asphalt paving projects ranging from minor repairs to larger projects incorporating asphalt reclamation and recycling, as well as new construction.

The following are a list of essential functions for the position. These are responsibilities that an individual must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Operates construction or power equipment, including but not limited to an excavator, grader, bulldozer, backhoe, front end loader, skid steer, asphalt paver, dirt/asphalt roller, asphalt reclaimer, soil stabilizer, and asphalt milling machine.
• Works with and assists the grading or paving crews to remove or install stone, dirt, asphalt pavement, or storm water systems with or without the use of heavy equipment. Periodically, it may be necessary to assist ground personnel with the use of hand tools based on the project’s scope of work.
• Occasionally operates jackhammers, saws, and other small equipment and tools as required.
• Performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs, reports complex mechanical problems for shop repairs, and cleans equipment as needed.
• Ensures heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards as determined by law, jobsite requirements, and company policies.
• Performs pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of vehicles driven, equipment moved, and trailers towed, noting any defects or deficiencies both verbally and in writing.
• Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Excitement and motivation for the workday ahead.
• Professionalism and willingness to take direction and constructive criticism in the field.
• Prioritize the safety of every individual on the job site.
• Express a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, and needs of coworkers and customers.
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in construction work.
• Knowledge of heavy site construction equipment operation, maintenance, capability, use, and function.
• General knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely. Ruston Paving does not tolerate shortcuts in safety.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to deal with problems involving deviation from standardized and/or planned situations or procedures.
• Ability to perform job requirements in adverse field conditions and all weather conditions.

• Any combination of education and work experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work as described.
• Heavy equipment operators must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Site excavation and/or paving experience is required.
• Valid and appropriate in‑state driver’s license (or the ability to obtain said license) is preferred.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Double Time Saturdays
• Bonus…