Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Heavy Equipment Operator

About Us : At Big Sky Land Management, we take pride in our reputation for delivering exceptional excavation and forestry services.

Our commitment to excellence, combined with our dedication to completing projects on time and within budget, sets us apart.

We're a team-oriented company that values hard work and integrity, and we're excited to welcome new team members who share our passion for quality workmanship and superior customer service.

Job Overview : As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will play a vital role in our commercial and residential excavation projects.

From mass excavation to final grade, you'll be responsible for ensuring that every aspect of the job is completed efficiently and accurately.

This includes tasks such as driveway construction, utility installation, backfilling, and building retaining walls. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating heavy equipment, particularly excavators, in challenging environments such as tight spaces and steep hillsides.

Responsibilities :

• Perform all tasks related to excavating residential foundations, adhering to project timelines and specifications.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, dozers, compactors, skid steers, and trucks.
• Read and interpret blueprints and plans, ensuring work is performed according to specifications.
• Install water and sewer services with precision and accuracy.
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
• Inspect and maintain heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Lift and move heavy objects weighing 75 pounds as needed.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and flexibility in work schedule.
• Provide own reliable transportation to and from job sites.

Qualifications :

• 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• 3 years of experience excavating residential or commercial foundations.
• Proficient in finding grade with equipment and using lasers with precision.
• Ability to read and interpret plans accurately.
• Experience installing water and sewer services.
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Excellent physical condition to lift heavy objects and perform manual labor.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with work schedule.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Benefits :

• Travel Per Diem
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vision and Dental Coverage
• Retirement Plan with 401k matching
• Group Life Insurance
• Monthly Training Opportunities
• Yearly bonus based on job performance.
• Opportunities for continuing education
• Regular company BBQs and social activities

Join our team at Big Sky Land Management and become part of a company that values its employees and provides opportunities for growth and advancement.

To apply, please submit your resume and answer the screening questions.

Company Description

Big Sky Land Management prides itself on being an excavation and forestry company who delivers excellent customer service and strives to complete projects on time and on budget.

We’re looking for team players who enjoy seeing jobs through, no matter the size and scope of the job. By offering competitive pay and strong benefits we have acquired a great team of people and are excited to bring on new employees who feel the same.

Company Description

Big Sky Land Management prides itself on being an excavation and forestry company who delivers excellent customer service and strives to complete projects on time and on budget.

We’re looking for team players who enjoy seeing jobs through, no matter the size and scope of the job. By offering competitive pay and strong benefits we have acquired a great team of people and are excited to bring on new employees who feel the same.