Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavator, Dozer, Loader, Motor Grader

Saiia Construction, a MasTec Company, is an industrial heavy civil contractor specializing in power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With over 630 pieces of construction machinery, 500+ employees, and experience in 11 states, we deliver large-scale projects. As part of MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure segment, we contribute to over $4.5 billion in annual revenue and uphold a culture rooted in sustainability and safety.

About the role

We are hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Operators in Joseph City, AZ to operate excavators (including long reach), dozers, loaders, motor graders, dump trucks, scrapers, water trucks, and other heavy machinery. Operators will move materials, participate in training, and ensure compliance with all safety rules, procedures, policies, OSHA, and MSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Excavator Operation: Dig holes and trenches; remove and transport earth, gravel, soil, sand, ore, rock, and industrial byproducts. Operate hydraulic shovel attachments, use buckets to dig to specified dimensions, and load materials into transport trucks. May utilize GPS grade technology.
• Bulldozer/Grader Operation: Level and distribute soil, sand, ore, rock, gravel, and industrial byproducts. Clear trees and rocks for construction projects. Attach and maneuver blades and diverse attachments using levers and pedals. Perform successive passes to achieve designed grade or elevation. May utilize GPS grade technology.
• Rock/Articulated/Dump/Roll-Off Truck Driver: Transport and dump loose materials such as sand, soil, rock, gravel, coal, ore, and industrial byproducts. Operate controls to tilt and dump contents; clear adhering material from dump bed.
• Scraper/Tractor Operator: Operate tractor-drawn or self-propelled scrapers to move, haul, and grade earth. Control loading gates, adjust cut depth, and spread or dump earth. Connect hydraulic hoses or mechanical linkages to power attachments.
• Water Truck Driver: Transport potable water to job sites and operate sprinkling attachments to control dust. Perform inspections, maintenance, and normal operating adjustments on water trucks.

Requirements

• Knowledge of EPA, OSHA, MSHA, and related state and federal regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Proficiency in using email, smartphones, tablets, or computers to manage company information and documents.
• Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
• Must maintain acceptable attendance standards as per the employee handbook.
• Approach work meticulously, thoroughly, and in a timely manner.

Physical Requirements

• Lift/carry 0-10 lbs.: Occasionally
• Lift/carry 10-50 lbs.: Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder level: Occasionally
• Bend/stooop: Occasionally
• Use hands for manipulations: Continuously
• Vision abilities: Close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing abilities: Must hear equipment signals, horns, alarms, radio, and phone communications.

Benefits

• Financial Wellbeing:
  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance reviews and merit increases
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending accounts (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Health & Wellness:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (plan choice) – coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, pet insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
• Planning for the Unexpected:
  • Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan