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Heavy Equipment Operator

Dulles, VA · On-site

$28 - $37/hr

In this role, you will be responsible for operating excavators for trenching duck banks. Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Responsibilities * Operate heavy equipment such as excavators for trenching.

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Maryville, TN · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Operating heavy equipment - Excavators, Mini Excavators, Skid Steerss * Operate trucks pulling equipment/trailer up to 40ft. * Operate gooseneck and deck-over trailers Pay $24 - $30 DOE (Minimum 3 ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for heavy equipment excavation engineer in the United States is $48.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.31 and $52.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Heavy Equipment Excavation Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,599 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator - Finish Grade

Morrilton, AR • On-site

Gary Carpenter Construction Inc
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Full-time

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Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator - Finish Grade with GPS Systems experience


*This position requires working knowledge of GPS Site Solutions products such as Trimble, TopCon, Leica, etc.  This is a requirement for this position.



We’re looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to run machines on dirt work and site prep jobs. You’ll be operating equipment like dozers, excavators, skid steers, loaders, and compactors to get job sites ready the right way and on schedule. This is hands-on work, and safety matters.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Operate heavy equipment for site prep, grading, trenching, and excavation
  • Read grade stakes and work with the foreman to meet job specs
  • Load trucks and move dirt, rock, and materials
  • Perform daily equipment checks and report any issues
  • Keep equipment clean and running properly
  • Work safely around other crew members and laborers
  • Follow all safety rules and job site procedures
  • Pitch in with general labor when equipment isn’t running

What We’re Looking For

  • Prior experience operating heavy equipment (excavation or dirt work preferred)
  • Experience working with Trimble GPS systems is a preferable; any experience with GPS positioning systems is a must.
  • Comfortable running equipment on uneven ground and tight spaces
  • Good attitude and able to take direction
  • Reliable, shows up on time, and works safely
  • Willing to help wherever needed on the job site

Physical & License Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Able to climb in and out of equipment multiple times a day
  • Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Work Environment

  • Outdoor construction and excavation job sites
  • Around heavy equipment, noise, dust, and weather

Pay & Benefits

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Overtime available based on workload and seasonality
  • IRA Match after eligibility waiting period
  • Subsidized health, dental, and vision after eligibility waiting period