Equipment Operator- Smithfield, UT

Position Overview

This is a skilled position responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment to safely and efficiently perform excavation, grading, material handling, and roadway construction activities while meeting production, quality, and safety objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, dozers, motor graders, haul trucks, rollers, skid steers, and other construction equipment.
• Perform excavation, grading, backfilling, material placement, stockpiling, and site preparation activities.
• Load and transport materials safely and efficiently.
• Follow grade stakes, project plans, and supervisor instructions to meet project specifications.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-trip equipment inspections.
• Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and equipment servicing.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area around equipment and job sites.
• Work closely with supervisors, truck drivers, laborers, and other operators to achieve production goals.
• Follow all company safety policies, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous heavy equipment operating experience in construction, aggregates, paving, mining, or related industries preferred.
• Knowledge of safe equipment operating practices and job site safety requirements.
• Ability to read and understand basic construction plans, grades, and work instructions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment, moving machinery, dust, noise, and uneven terrain.
• Must be able to safely enter and exit equipment multiple times throughout the shift.

Work Environment

• Construction sites, aggregate facilities, quarries, asphalt plants, and roadway projects.
• Overtime, night work, weekend work, and seasonal schedule fluctuations may be required.
• Safety-sensitive position requiring strict adherence to company and regulatory safety standards.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion