Heavy Equipment Operator
$60,320–$70,720 year
On-siteCapitol Heights, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Operate heavy construction equipment including bulldozers, excavators, and front-end loaders to excavate, grade, load, and place materials while maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations and project specifications. Perform daily pre- and post-operation inspections, ensure equipment cleanliness, and coordinate with foremen, supervisors, and spotters for safe site operations. Assist with general site tasks, attend weekly toolbox talks, and follow all safety policies and PPE requirements. Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, handle physically demanding tasks, and be available for weekend and night shifts with local travel within the DMV area.
Required Qualifications
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to pass drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty tests
- Must be able to work on weekends and at night when needed
- Willingness to travel locally within the DMV area
- Required to wear safety toe boots and four-inch sleeves on shirts, along with any additional PPE (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, etc)
Desired Qualifications
- Proven experience operating heavy construction equipment in a construction environment preferred
Additional Requirements
- Ability to pass drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty tests; all employees are subject to randoms and reasonable suspicion drug testing
- Required to wear safety toe boots and four-inch sleeves on shirts, along with any additional PPE (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, etc.)
- Must be able to work on weekends and at night when needed, sometimes with limited notice
- Willingness to travel locally within the DMV area
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