Heavy Equipment Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with ...
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with ...
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Does GHD pay people when they’re sick?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
36% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
36% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at GHD?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at GHD?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do people at GHD feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
100% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
100% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
Do people at GHD get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Is it stressful to work at GHD?
Some people feel stressed out here.
54% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
54% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do people at GHD enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
90% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
90% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
Do people at GHD recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at GHD?
Most people got enough training when they started.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do people get support to advance at GHD?
Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 73% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
In the last year, 73% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do people think GHD’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
62% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
62% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how GHD is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
85% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
85% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
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GHD rating
8.4
Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.
GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with earthwork and environmental construction! As Equipment Operator you must demonstrate safe operation of assigned equipment based on changing operating conditions.
Travel expectations: Projects are located throughout the U.S. Travel is on a rotational basis: 3 weeks onsite, home for a weekend and then back onsite for another 3 weeks. Travel, mobilization, hotel and per diem costs are paid by GHD. We have an upcoming 3-year project in western Ohio.
Performance Responsibilities:
- Operate medium equipment at high caliber of quality
- Safely operates equipment with the ability to achieve daily production goals
- Conducts daily maintenance checks of all operated equipment and vehicles
- Provides physical labor with hand tools, power tools, etc. when vital
- Read, interpret and construct according to engineered drawings/ plans.
- Assists Superintendent and foreperson in ensuring that the final product is of the upmost and highest possible quality, both structurally and aesthetically.
- Completes all required quarterly and yearly Safety Reporting Forms (STEPs, UA/UC/SW)
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years in operating a variety of medium-sized or larger equipment
- Qualified in the basic operation of equipment (e.g. dozer, loader, excavator, roller/compactor, grader) in a production scenario.
- Ability to read/ use tape measures, transit/levels, etc.
If you are passionate about pursuing this position, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link below.
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.
1. This position does not provide visa sponsorship.
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About GHD
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We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation. GHD is a global professional services company that is a leader in engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals, yet we are proudly 'One GHD' across more than 200 offices, spanning five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients.
Industry
Engineering professional services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Waterloo, ON, CA