Haul Truck Operator

About the role

Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations. Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

This position is located in Hubbard, Texas, and involves operating and maintaining heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a drug-free workplace with a random drug testing program.
• Drive a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
• Operate heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations, including, but not limited to, dozers, scrapers, loaders, excavators, compactors, etc. and other equipment to support a variety of operations.
• Excavation, grading, and compaction of land surfaces using heavy, motorized construction equipment.
• Excavate soil and other material from job sites into trucks for transportation to appropriate location for stockpiling or disposal.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training materials, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), warning tags, traffic signs and procedure manuals.
• Work in challenging conditions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Be flexible to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Qualifications

A high school diploma/GED or equivalent is required. The following experience is required:

• Operator 1: 2+ years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.
• Operator 2: 5+ years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.
• Operator 3: 10+ years of heavy equipment operation/maintenance experience.

Preferred safety training includes:

• 40 Hour HAZWOPER training
• Competent Person Safety Training
• 8-Hour Supervisory Training
• 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
• First Aid and CPR

Company will provide additional training, as necessary.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.