Construction Equipment Operator
Listed on 2026-10-27
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Construction
Construction Labor & Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator
Mesa Contracting, LLC is currently hiring for a full-time Construction Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy machinery for construction projects throughout the Portland metropolitan area. This construction position earns a competitive wage of $35.00 - $40.00 an hour
, depending on experience.
In addition to competitive pay and our honest culture
, we offer our Construction Equipment Operators the following benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Disability
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Dependent care account
- Paid time off (PTO)
This full-time position typically works Monday-Friday from 7 am–3:30 pm.
As a Construction Equipment Operator, you play an integral role in the successful completion of commercial excavation and utility installation jobs. Operating various equipment, you perform land grading, structure excavations, and utility trench excavations. No matter what type of machinery you're using, you always put safety first.
You find great satisfaction in contributing to our company's success and providing high-quality results for our customers!
Mesa Contracting is the number one contractor for all civil construction needs. With over 35 years of extensive technical experience, we complete our work safely, on time, and on budget. Our reputation for excellence in delivery, commitment to safety, and strict compliance to standards has earned the trust and respect of contractors, municipalities, and consultants across the region. Our approach to each project and client is always based upon honesty, integrity, and producing the highest quality product available.
Our employees are professionally trained in an array of topics and carry their certifications with pride. In addition, we offer career growth opportunities, generous benefits, and a team-oriented environment
. We wouldn't have the success we do without our employee's dedicated efforts, and we strive to show our appreciation in whatever ways we can. If you want to join a successful and cohesive team, look no further!
- Safety conscience - a high level of situational awareness at all times and able to operate each machine according to regulations
- Goal-oriented - focused on meeting project deadlines
- Communicative - a team player that can explain things clearly
- Professional - present yourself as someone you would want to do business with
If this sounds like you, keep reading!
REQUIREMENTS- 3+ years of experience operating machinery
- Earthwork and grading experience
- Utility installation experience
Location:
97140
Must be able to pass a background check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.
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