Heavy Equipment Operator - (DFW)

About the role

Royal Electric Company is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support projects at Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Airport. We provide expert electrical design, construction, and service, and value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to exceptional results. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty, and we invest in our team’s growth and well-being through comprehensive wellness programs and continuous learning opportunities.

Who You Are

• Safety Oriented: Dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring adherence to safety protocols on the jobsite.
• Focused: Brings keen attention to detail and values the importance of small things.
• Relationship Builder: Works to build trust and relationships at all levels, fostering collaboration and mutual respect.
• Critical Thinker: Willing to innovate, challenge oneself, and try new approaches.
• Deadline Driven: Prepared to put in extra effort to meet critical deadlines in the industry.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience with backhoes, excavators, skid steers, water trucks, and wheel loaders.
• Experience in the water, sewer, storm drain, or underground utility field.
• General knowledge of confined space entry, construction, complex pumping systems, and electrical systems.
• Competent and knowledgeable regarding OSHA excavation requirements.
• Knowledge of construction stakes and grades.
• Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections; maintain daily log.
• Eligibility for airport badging process.

Pay

$28.00/hour – $32.00/hour. This is a Private Base Rate. This position is Prevailing Wage/Davis Bacon Eligible depending on project assignment. Additional fringe benefits may be available per project-designated wage determination.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan: Three types of medical plans, discounted dental & orthodontist services for adults and children, and a premium vision plan.
• Retirement Plan: Traditional 401k and Roth 401k.
• $50k life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D).
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Family Leave (FMLA): Maternity and paternity leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Pet insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare, dependent care (daycare for children and elderly), and transit.
• Pharmacy discounts.
• Kisx Card: Surgery and imaging program.
• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness Resources:
  • Free telehealth.
  • Health Joy App.
  • Free peer coach support for mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation.
  • CancerCARE 1:1 consulting and support with expert medical team.
  • Employee Assistance Support.
  • Hearing aid discount plan.
  • Laser vision care discount plan.
• Learning & Development:
  • Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely.
  • Professional & leadership development training.
  • Skill development training.
  • Mentorship program.
  • On-the-job and classroom training.
• Employee Referral Program: Incentives for successful referrals.