Senior Heavy Equipment Operator
About the role
Casella Construction is seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Operator to perform highly complex and difficult construction and maintenance activities by operating a variety of heavy equipment. The role involves overseeing projects from start to finish, ensuring safety, and leading other laborers and equipment operators. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience operating bulldozers, loaders, and excavators in a civil construction environment, prioritizes safety, and demonstrates flexibility in work schedules.
Responsibilities
- Maintains a safe work environment
- Directs and leads work of other laborers and equipment operators as necessary
- Executes all job duties of Operator 2 without supervision
- Safely operates construction, excavation, hauling, and maintenance equipment including loaders, bulldozers, and excavators to complete job tasks
- Tasks trained in GPS
- Practices safety by estimating weights and distances, and by being fully aware of your surroundings
- Conducts daily pre- and post-equipment inspections
- Monitors gauges and other indicators to ensure safe operation of equipment
- Maintains records of time worked and materials used
- Completes daily paperwork
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Participates in training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Vocational training preferred
- Valid Driver’s License
- 7+ years of experience as a heavy equipment operator (Bulldozer, Loader, Excavator)
- Understanding of safety rules and regulations
- Experience with construction jobsite layouts and grading
- Experience in reading and understanding project plans
- Must be able to work some weekends and/or nights, when needed
- Must be able to travel out of town for a day and/or a week
- Ability to participate in regulatory trainings (First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10, Flagging, Spotter)
Skills & Attributes
- Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions
- Ability to remain flexible as assignments change
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Possess a positive attitude and desire to learn
- Sound knowledge of construction and practical experience with tools and equipment
- Organized with a systematic approach to achieve accuracy and efficiency
- Great hand, eye, and foot coordination
- Exhibit attention to detail
- Familiar with Safety Protocols
- Proficiency in math and reading
Physical Requirements
- Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas
- Must be able to stand, walk, and climb inclines for the duration of the shift
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally with assistance
- Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Pay
Hourly hiring range: $30.00/hr. - $40.00/hr. This range reflects the base pay reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting, considering current market conditions and industry benchmarks. Final and individual compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurances
- Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting
About Us
Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy built on hard work, grit, determination, and innovation. Casella Construction has evolved into an industry-leading company specializing in heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance. Our success is driven by our employees' passion for the industry, leadership's commitment to technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations.