Equipment Operator-Light (Skidsteer)

About the Role

The Light Equipment Operator is responsible for operating a variety of light construction equipment, including compact loaders, skid steers, loader/backhoes, mini‑excavators, forklifts under 12 k, riding compactors, tractors, rollers, and water trucks, to excavate, move, and grade material according to project specifications. Key duties include adhering to all company safety policies, operating gasoline, diesel, pneumatic or electric equipment safely, controlling levers, pedals, and attachments such as blades, buckets, and swing booms, and performing routine cleaning, greasing, and oiling. The operator must coordinate movements with crew signals, monitor fuel levels, follow load capacity charts, and conduct daily equipment inspections. Documentation responsibilities include completing equipment and maintenance records and reporting field conditions or issues to supervision. • Operate light construction equipment (compact loader, skid steer, loader/backhoe, mini‑excavator, <12k forklift, riding compactor, tractor, roller, water truck) • Follow all company safety policies and Zero Injury principles • Control equipment levers, pedals, and attachments to move, lift, swing, dump, and grade material • Perform routine maintenance: cleaning, greasing, oiling, and daily inspections • Coordinate machine actions with crew using hand or audio signals • Monitor fuel levels and adhere to load capacity charts • Complete equipment and maintenance records and report field issues • Read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, engineering drawings, and GPS systems • Apply basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) for measurements

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment operation
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸routine maintenance
• ▸crew coordination
• ▸fuel monitoring
• ▸record keeping

What You Bring

Applicants need a high school diploma or GED plus one to three years of related experience or equivalent training. The role requires the ability to read and apply safety rules, operating manuals, engineering drawings, and GPS systems, as well as basic math skills. Strong communication, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to the company’s Zero Injury principles are essential, and the schedule may include nights or weekends with occasional travel to other job sites. • Communicate clearly and understand spoken instructions • Meet minimum qualifications: high school diploma/GED and 1–3 years related experience • Possess mechanical aptitude and ability to assess equipment problems

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸1-3 years
• ▸mechanical aptitude
• ▸gps
• ▸engineering drawings
• ▸communication

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, with performance‑based merit increases. Benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents. Additional offerings cover diabetes management, telehealth, and prescription drug plans. • Work flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and occasional travel • Earn $22–$25 per hour with performance‑based merit increases • Eligible for 401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Receive medical, dental, vision insurance for employee and dependents • Access flexible spending accounts, telehealth, diabetes management, and prescription drug coverage

Work Environment

Field