Residential Heavy Equipment Operator

Lester Brothers Excavation is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our residential excavation team. The role involves operating equipment safely and efficiently on a variety of residential projects, including basement excavations, driveway construction, drain fields, utility installation, drainage improvements, and site development.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, skid steers, dozers, and other construction equipment.
• Perform residential excavation and site development work.
• Assist with basement excavation, drain field installation, driveway grading, utility work, and drainage projects.
• Read grade stakes, site plans, and utility markings.
• Work closely with project managers and fellow crew members.
• Help coordinate daily jobsite activities.
• Perform final grading and finish work.
• Maintain safe, clean, and professional job sites.
• Complete basic daily paperwork and equipment inspections.

Requirements

• Previous heavy‑equipment operating experience and residential excavation experience.
• Expert‑level skid steer operation on a residential job site.
• Experience with two or more of the following: basement excavation, driveway grading and site development, septic systems and drain fields, underground utility installation, drainage work.
• Ability to read grades and construction plans.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with a small crew.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT physical and Chauffeur’s license.

Benefits

• Merit‑based raises and uncapped earning potential.
• Near‑zero deductible Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) covering $7,000 per individual or family.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off: 3 weeks PTO plus 6 paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match after 6 months.
• Voluntary supplemental protection (STD, LTD, critical illness, hospital confinement, cancer/specified‑disease, accident insurance).
• Guaranteed‑issue life insurance up to $100,000 with no medical questions.