Equipment Operator

About B&S Site Development

B&S Site Development is a fast‑growing leader in large‑parcel, mission‑critical site development, delivering complex, time‑sensitive civil construction projects for some of the world’s most demanding clients. Since 2003, the company has built a reputation for precision, speed, and accountability—transforming large tracts of land into fully prepared e‑infrastructure sites through heavy civil expertise, disciplined project management, and a culture of ownership at every level. Multi‑regional operations are supported by offices in Columbus, Ohio; Manassas, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; South Hill, Virginia; and Atlanta, Georgia, enabling rapid scaling while maintaining exceptional execution standards. B&S fosters talent development from within, encouraging long‑term careers and a shared commitment to innovation, safety, and delivering exceptional results.

Role Overview

Heavy equipment operators handle motorized machines such as bulldozers, excavators, track loaders, rollers, and dump trucks. The operator prepares and manipulates heavy equipment to ensure appropriate movement of materials and liaises with coworkers to complete projects accurately. Duties must be performed in a safe, diligent manner at all times.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other heavy equipment.
• Excavate trenches for utility installation with precision.
• Assist crews in storm, water, and sewer pipe installation.
• Always follow site safety protocols.
• Maneuver heavy motorized equipment to ensure accurate removal and placement of materials.
• Prepare construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation.
• Load and offload rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment.
• Observe stipulated safety codes at all times.
• Communicate with coworkers to elucidate project specifications as needed.
• Report injuries and other accidents to the Foreman and Job Superintendent.
• Examine daily schedules and establish the best way of completing tasks.
• Advise the Foreman of requisite upgrades, repairs, and replacements.
• Inspect and fuel vehicle prior to beginning shift.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other heavy equipment.
• Precision in excavating trenches for utility installation.
• Capability to assist crews in storm, water, and sewer pipe installation.
• Commitment to always follow site safety protocols.
• Skill in maneuvering heavy motorized equipment for accurate material removal and placement.
• Experience preparing construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation.
• Proficiency loading and offloading rocks, debris, and other materials.
• Adherence to stipulated safety codes.
• Effective communication with coworkers regarding project specifications.
• Ability to report injuries and accidents promptly.
• Capability to examine schedules and determine optimal task completion methods.
• Willingness to advise foreman on equipment upgrades, repairs, and replacements.
• Experience inspecting and fueling vehicles before shifts.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs.