Heavy Equipment Operator - Finish Grade
Listed on 2026-07-15
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Road Construction -
Construction
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Road Construction
Heavy Equipment Operator / Finish Grade – Grading Division
General Summary
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Western Engineering Contractors Inc. is seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator for our Grading, Underground, and Paving Divisions for full‑time employment. Western Engineering is a local contractor that is based in Loomis and performs work in the greater Sacramento area and surrounding foothills. Western Engineering is a reputable company that has been rooted in the industry for over 40 years.
Essential Functions: Operates several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, excavators, asphalt paving machines, backhoes, tractors, and scrapers, to excavate, move, spread, compact and grade earth, rock, and asphalt paving materials.
Education RequirementsHigh school diploma preferable.
Experience Requirements5 or more years of Heavy Equipment Operator experience.
BonusHeavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program Completed (Certificate in hand) CAC Criteria.
Desired Knowledge and/or Skills- Knowledge of construction machinery, capacities, and safe operating procedures
- Capable of performing close tolerance work safely and productively
- Knowledge of material handling methods and procedures
- Knowledge of local site conditions
- Capability to cut finish grade with use of motor-graders and skip-loaders
- Knowledge of GPS machine control systems such as Trimble and Topcon
- Ability to read plans and stakes a plus
- Familiar with OSHA regulations
- Health, vision, Life insurance, and dental insurance plans offered
- Matching 401K contributions
- Paid time off
- Pay is $40–46 per hour based on experience
Western Engineering Contractors provide initial mass grading, utility installation, finish paving, and complete pre‑construction services. Nearly every aspect of these services is completed in‑house, utilizing Western employees and equipment. This full‑service full‑commitment approach, and over 40 years of experience, is what has established Western as the Sitework Specialist in the greater Sacramento area.
We often have Section 3 work. Preference will be given to Section 3 residents for hiring.
Western Engineering Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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