
Mortenson
Leading construction and real estate firm specializing in commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
Civil Operator Foreman - Traveler (Commercial Grading) - Indiana
Operates and leads heavy equipment crews for civil grading projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Operate equipment such as blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, crane, bobcat/skid-steer, boom lifts/aerial lifts, and roller. • Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain clear and orderly housekeeping. • Perform routine maintenance, observe equipment operation, and detect malfunctions. • Follow work plans and pre‑task cards; establish and adjust work sequences to meet schedules. • Assist in scheduling and estimating worker‑hour requirements; analyze and resolve work problems. • Ensure crew timecards are filled out; supervise, coordinate, and direct work of operators. • Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels; lead by example, provide coaching and feedback, and manage performance. • Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs (over 50 lbs with assistance or equipment).
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸routine maintenance
- ▸work planning
- ▸scheduling assistance
- ▸crew supervision
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Civil Operator Foreman positions are available in Omaha, NE; Reno, NV; Rayville, LA; El Paso, TX; and Lebanon, IN. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship; the company does not accept unsolicited agency communications. • Equipment certifications. • Minimum two (2) years of related experience. • Current driver’s license with proper classification and required endorsements. • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail‑oriented; able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. • Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and basic mathematical skills. • Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback. • Repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements.
Requirements
- ▸equipment certification
- ▸2+ years
- ▸driver’s license
- ▸teamwork
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸us authorization
Benefits
• Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage. • Dental plan. • 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match. • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves. • Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources. • Tuition reimbursement. • Adoption assistance. • Gym membership discount program.
Work Environment
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